While by the sheep

While by the sheep I watched at night,
Glad tidings brought an angel bright.

How great my joy! (Great my joy!)
Joy, joy, joy! (Joy, joy, joy!)
Praise we the Lord in heaven on high!
(Praise we the Lord in heaven on high)!

There shall he lie in a manger mean,
Who shall redeem the world from sin.

How great my joy! (Great my joy!)
Joy, joy, joy! (Joy, joy, joy!)
Praise we the Lord in heaven on high!
(Praise we the Lord in heaven on high)!

Lord, evermore to me be nigh,
Then shall my heart be fill'd with joy!

How great my joy! (Great my joy!)
Joy, joy, joy! (Joy, joy, joy!)
Praise we the Lord in heaven on high!
(Praise we the Lord in heaven on high)!

Singers: Singers Unlimited
Translation: Theodore Baker
Music: Traditional