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204. The First Noel

1 The first noel the angel did say
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay-
In fields where they lay keeping their sheep,
On a cold winter's night that was so deep.

Refrain:
Noel, noel! Noel, noel!
Born is the King of Israel!

2 They looked up and saw a star
Shining in the east, beyond them far;
And to the earth it gave great light,
And so it continued both day and night. [Refrain]

3 And by the light of that same star,
Three wise men came from country far;
To seek for a king was their intent,
And to follow the star wherever it went. [Refrain]

4 This star drew nigh to the northwest,
Over Bethlehem it took its rest;
And there it did both stop and stay,
Right over the place where Jesus lay. [Refrain]

5 Then entered in those wise men three,
Full reverently upon their knee,
And offered there, in His presence,
Their gold and myrrh and frankincense. [Refrain]

6 Then let us all with one accord
Sing praises to our heavenly Lord,
That hath made heaven and earth of naught,
And with His blood mankind hath bought. [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: The first noel the angel did say
Title: The First Noel
Refrain First Line: Noel, noel!
Language: English
Publication Date: 1982
Topic: Christmas
Source: English Carol
Tune Information
Name: THE FIRST NOEL
Key: D Major
Source: English Melody; Sandys' Christmas Carols



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