Down in Bethlehem

hear the shepherds talk of Jesus,

down in Bethlehem.

Though the night is dark,

hear the shepherds talk of light,

down in Bethlehem

 

They're raving in the streets;

there's a baby born;

they're raving in the streets.

 

Some shout of angel throngs,

some of God made man,

here in Bethlehem.

 

Down in Bethlehem

hear the shepherds talk of God,

and angels in the skies.

Though the night is dark,

hear the shepherds talk of light,

in the darkness of the town

 

They're raving in the streets;

even simple men;

they're raving in the streets.

 

Some shout of angel throngs,

and some of God made man,

here in Bethlehem.

 

Jesus, within a manger

all humble and bare

mary and joseph cradle

in that poor lowly stable.

 

Proud hearts and human doctrine

our feeble delight

welcome our saviour Jesus this night