1 When Jesus came down from the regions on high,
For perishing sinners, to suffer and die,
The vigilant shepherds on Bethlehem’s plain,
Heard whispers of angels, again and again,

Refrain:
Singing "Glory to God," singing "Peace be on earth"
Singing "Good will to men, glory to God,
Peace be on earth, good will to men, good will to men."

2 When Jesus in Bethlehem’s manger was laid,
God’s infant Evangel, by miracle made,
To whom worship and treasures by Magi were giv’n,
A multitude came from the temples of Heav’n, [Refrain]

3 While shepherds yet lingered, intent to behold
The infant Messiah whom prophets foretold,
The echoing hillsides prolonged the refrain
Of the jubilant host that encircled the plain, [Refrain]