The First Nowell

The first Nowell the angel did say

Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay

In fields where they lay keeping their sheep

On a cold winter's night that was so deep



Nowell, Nowell, Nowell, Nowell,

Born is the King of Israel



They lookèd up and saw a star

Shining in the east beyond them far

And to the earth it gave great light

And so it continued both day and night



This star drew nigh to the north-west

O'er Bethlehem it took its rest

And there it did both stop and stay

Right over the place where Jesus lay



Then let us all with one accord

Sing praises to our heavenly Lord

That hath made heaven and earth of naught

And with his blood mankind hath bought