A contemporary recast of an early 19th century hymn.
lyrics
THE BELLS OF CHRISTMAS
Verse 1
The bells of Christmas chime once more;
The Heavenly Guest is at the door
He comes to earthly dwelling still
With new year’s gifts news of peace, good will.
Halle-, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah!
Verse 2
This world though far and wide outspread,
Could scarcely find for You a bed
Your cradle was a manger stall
No pearl, no silk, no kingly hall
Halle-, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah!
Verse 3
Now let us go with quiet mind,
The swaddled Babe with shepherds find,
To gaze on Him who gladdens them
The lovliest flow'r of Jesse's stem
Bridge
O patriarchs' Joy, O prophets' Song
O Dayspring bright, awaited long
O Son of Man, incarnate Word
Great David's Son, great David's Lord
O holy Child, Your manger gleams
Bright beaming glory from it streams,
All earth shall know You are the One,
For Jacob's Star outshines the sun.
Verse 4
Oh join with me, in gladness sing,
To keep our Christmas with our King,
Until our song, from loving souls,
Like rushing mighty water rolls!
Halle-, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah!
