This night is born Jesus,
Son of the King of glory.
This night is born to us
the root of our joy.
This night gleamed sea and shore together.
This night was born Christ,
the King of greatness.
Though laid in a manger,
He came from a throne;
on earth though a stranger
in Heaven he was known.
How lowly, how gracious
His coming to earth!
His love my love kindles
to joy in his birth.
From “When Wise Men Came Seeking” by Richard Slater, Salvation Army Songbook.