Hymnal: A Collection of Hymns for the use of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church in America #113 (1872)Meter: 8.6.8.6First Line: While shepherds watch'd their flocks by nightTopics: The Incarnation and Birth of Jesus ChristLanguages: English
Hymnal: New Hymn and Tune Book #121c (1889)Meter: 8.6.8.6First Line: While shepherds watch'd their flocks by nightTopics: Jesus Christ Incarnation and BirthScripture: Luke 2:8Languages: English
Hymnal: An American Christmas Harp #125 (2009)Meter: IrregularFirst Line: While shepherds watch'd their flocks by nightLanguages: EnglishTune Title: SHINING STAR
Hymnal: A Choice Collection of Hymns, and Spiritual Songs, designed for the devotions of Israel, in prayer, conference, and camp-meetings...(2nd ed.) #137 (1831)Languages: English
Author: G. H. RamseyHymnal: The Gospel Gleaner #d203 (1901)First Line: While shepherds watched their flock by nightRefrain First Line: Shine on, shine on, O beautiful
Author: G. H. RamseyHymnal: The Gospel Messenger, a New Song Book #d207 (1905)First Line: While shepherds watched their flock by nightRefrain First Line: Shine on, shine on, O beautiful