There were shepherds in the field
On that Christmas night
When the heavenly host appeared,
Robed in radiant light;
Humble keepers of the sheep,
Children of the earth,
Yet they heard the heralding
Of the Saviour's birth.
Exultant swelled the heavenly strain
On Judaea's hill,
Tender rang the angel theme—
Glory, peace, good will!
Shepherds in the realm of thought,
Listen, watch, and pray.
Let angels guide you to the Christ
On this Christmas Day!
