O little town of Bethlehem
O little town of BethlehemHow still we see thee lieAbove thy deep and dreamless sleepThe silent stars go byYet in thy dark streets shinethThe everlasting LightThe hopes and fears of all the yearsAre met in thee tonight
For Christ is born of MaryAnd gathered all aboveWhile mortals sleepThe angels keep their watch of wondering loveO morning stars togetherProclaim the holy birthAnd praises sing to God the KingAnd peace to men on earth
How silently how silentlyThe wondrous gift is givenSo God imparts to human heartsThe blessings of His heavenNo ear may hear His comingBut in this world of sinWhere meek souls will receive Him stillThe dear Christ enters in
Where children pure and happyPray to the blessed ChildWhere misery cries out to TheeSon of the mother mildWhere charity stands watchingAnd faith holds wide the doorThe dark night wakes the glory breaksAnd Christmas comes once more
O holy Child of BethlehemDescend to us we prayCast out our sin and enter inBe born in us todayWe hear the Christmas angelsThe great glad tidings tellO come to us abide with usOur Lord Emmanuel