
Author: William C. Dix (1837-1898) Hymnal: The Hymnbook #159 (1955) Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain First Line: What Child is this, who, laid to rest Refrain First Line: This, this is Christ the King Lyrics: 1 What Child is this, who, laid to rest,
On Mary's lap is sleeping?
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet,
While shepherds watch are keeping?
Refrain:
This, this is Christ the King,
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing:
Haste, haste to bring Him laud,
The Babe, the Son of Mary.
2 Why lies He in such mean estate
Where ox and ass are feeding?
Good Christian, fear: for sinners here
The silent Word is pleading. [Refrain]
3 So bring Him incense, gold, and myrrh,
Come, peasant, king to own Him;
The King of Kings salvation brings,
Let loving hearts enthrone Him. [Refrain]
Amen. Topics: Christ Birth and Infancy; Christ King; Jesus Christ His Birth Scripture: Matthew 2:11 Tune Title: GREENSLEEVES
What Child is This