[Verse 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?

[Chorus]
This, this is Christ the king
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring him lord
The babe, the son of Mary

[Verse 2]
So bring him incense, gold, and myrth
Come peasant, king, to own him
The king of kings, salvation brings
Let loving hearts enthrone him

[Chorus]
This, this is Christ the king
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring him praise
The babe, the son of Mary