Verse 1

What Child is this who laid to rest
On Mary's lap is sleeping
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet
While shepherds watch are keeping

Chorus 1

This this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste haste to bring Him laud
The Babe the Son of Mary

Verse 2

Why lies He in such mean estate
Where ox and ass are feeding
Good Christians fear for sinners here
The silent Word is pleading

Chorus 2

Nails spear shall pierce Him through
The cross be borne for me for you
Hail hail the Word made flesh
The babe the Son of Mary

Verse 3

So bring Him incense gold and myrrh
Come peasant King to own Him
The King of kings salvation brings
Let loving hearts enthrone Him

Chorus 3

Raise raise a song on high
The Virgin sings her lullaby
Joy joy for Christ is born
The Babe the Son of Mary