There is a rumor
that this song was written
originally by King Henry VIII.
I don't know if I believe it or not,
but it's a lovely thought that he was doing that,
among all the other things.
What child is this,
who laid to rest
in Mary's lap is sleeping?
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet,
while shepherds watch
are keeping?
This, this is Christ the King,
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing.
This day is to bring Him laud,
The Babe, Son of Mary.
Why lies he in such mean a state,
where ox and ass are feeding?
Good Christian, fear for sinners here,
the silent word is pleading.
This is Christ the King,
whom shepherds guard and angels sing.
This is to bring Him laud,
the Babe, the Son of Mary.
Then bring him incense, gold, and myrrh
Come, peasant king, to own him
The King of kings sal
vation brings,
let loving hearts enthrone Him.
This, this is Christ the King,
whose shepherds guard and angels sing.
He stays to bring Him laud,
the Babe, the Son of Mary,
the Babe, the Son of Mary.
Mary