The First Christmas AND it came to pass in those days, That there went out a decree from Cae'sar Augus'tus, That all the world should be taxed. And all went to be taxed, Everyone into his own city. And Jo'seph also went up from Gal'ilee, Out of the city of Naz'a-reth, Into Ju-dae'a, unto the acity of Da'vid, Which is called Beth'le-hem, To be taxed with Ma'ry his wife, Who was with child. And she brought forth her first born son And wrapped him in swaddling clothes, And laid him in a manger; Becuase there was no room for them in the inn. And there were in the same country Shepherds abiding in the field, Keeping watch over their flock by night. And lo the angel of the lord came upon them And the glory of the lord shone round about them; And they were afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not; For behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, Which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David A Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger And suddenly there was with the angel A multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying. Glory to God in the Hihest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
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