The Babe in Bethlehem - Traditional

The Babe in Bethlehem's manger laid,
In humble birth, in lowly bed,
The King of kings, the great Most High,
Came down to earth from yonder sky.

He left His throne of light and love,
To bring us peace with God above;
O let us all with one accord,
Give glory to our newborn Lord.

The angels sang that blessed morn,
'Peace upon earth, good will from heaven';
Let every heart its tribute bring,
And hail with joy the new-born King.

The wise men came from far-off lands,
To honor Him with gifts and hands;
The shepherds heard the joyful song,
And hastened with the happy throng.

Then let us too with joyful mind,
Leave all our worldly cares behind;
And seek the Babe of Bethlehem,
And find our peace and joy in Him.

The Babe in Bethlehem lyrics are a traditional English folk carol often sung to a robust and rhythmic melody. The song describes the scene in the stable where the Savior was born and the joy of the shepherds who were the first to hear the news. It emphasizes the contrast between the poverty of the manger and the spiritual riches brought by the King of Kings. By singing The Babe in Bethlehem lyrics the congregation connects with the folk traditions of caroling celebrating the historical reality of the Christmas story with a spirit of simple and heartfelt praise.