The original ‘Angels we have heard on high’
Angels in the countryside
sing the heaven’s highest song
and the mountains in reply
sing it back with voices strong:
Shepherds why this jubilee?
Who deserves such glorious praise?
What triumphant deed unites
all the earth with voices raised?
They announce the wondrous birth
of the world’s redeeming king
and with solemn gratitude
join their voices now to sing:
Shepherds, far from hearth and home,
join the chorus of the skies.
May your tender tunes unite
with creation’s joyous cries.
Let us go to Jesus’ side.
Let us worship and rejoice.
Let us offer all our praise,
honour Him with heart and voice.
