THE first Nowell the angel did say
Was to certain poor shepherds
in fields as they lay :
In fields where they lay a-keeping their sheep
On a cold winter's night that was so deep.
Nowell, Nowell, Nowell, Nowell,
Born is the King of Israel.
AS with gladness men of old
Did the guiding star behold,
As with Joy they hailed Its light,
Leading onward, beaming bright;
So, most gracious Lord, may we
Evermore be led to Thee.
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