Children Go Where I Send Thee
The Stanley Brothers · Other Songs - The Stanley Brothers
Children go where I send Thee
How will I send thee
Oh I'm gonna send thee one by one
one was a little bitty baby born,
born in Bethlehem
Two was Paul and Silas
Three was the Hebrew children
Four was the four that stood at the door
Five was the five that came back alive
Six was the six that didn't get picked
Seven was the seven that never got to heaven
Eight was the eight that waited at the gate
Nine was the nine that stood in the line
Ten for the ten commandments
How will I send thee
Oh I'm gonna send thee one by one
one was a little bitty baby born,
born in Bethlehem
Two was Paul and Silas
Three was the Hebrew children
Four was the four that stood at the door
Five was the five that came back alive
Six was the six that didn't get picked
Seven was the seven that never got to heaven
Eight was the eight that waited at the gate
Nine was the nine that stood in the line
Ten for the ten commandments
Children Go Where I Send Thee
The Stanley Brothers deliver a powerful gospel recording that exemplifies their mastery of traditional Southern gospel harmonies. This track showcases the duo's ability to blend spiritual fervor with a driving rhythm, characteristic of their work in the mid-20th century. The song reflects the genre's emphasis on communal singing and theological themes, capturing the raw energy of their live performances. As a staple of their discography, it stands as a testament to their influence on the gospel and bluegrass traditions, offering listeners an authentic glimpse into the sacred music of their era.