As it fell upon a night In the winter weather, Angels bright in starry height Began to sing together. 2. Shepherds sleeping on the plain Woke to see the glory, All amazed they stood and gazed And heard the angels’ story. 3. Unto you a child is born In a manger lowly Humble, He yet born to be The King of Love most holy. 4. Happy angels from a far, Cease your singing never! In excelsis gloria! Forever and forever.