What Child Is This?
Lauren Daigle Lyrics
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On Mary's lap is sleeping
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet
While shepherds watch are keeping
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh
Come peasant king to own Him
The King of Kings salvation brings
Let loving hearts enthrone Him
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary, Mary
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary
"What Child Is This" is a traditional Christmas carol that was written in the 19th century by William Chatterton Dix. Lauren Daigle's rendition of the classic hymn is a beautiful rendition that retains the original lyrics and melody.
The carol begins by asking the question "What Child is this who laid to rest on Mary's lap is sleeping?" The answer is revealed in the chorus: "This, this is Christ the King whom shepherds guard and angels sing." The song then encourages listeners to "haste, haste to bring him laud" and give "incense, gold, and myrrh" as gifts to the newborn King.
The lyrics of the song are full of Biblical references and remind us of the significance of Jesus' birth. The image of the shepherds watching their flocks by night and being visited by angels is taken directly from the account of the Nativity in the Gospel of Luke.
Overall, "What Child Is This" is a beautiful and timeless hymn that reminds us of the true meaning of Christmas.
Line by Line Meaning
What Child is this who laid to rest
Who is this child who is sleeping in this peaceful slumber?
On Mary's lap is sleeping
He is resting on Mary's lap, bringing her comfort and peacefulness.
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet
Angels greet Him with sweet songs and melodies, recognizing His divinity.
While shepherds watch are keeping
The shepherds are watching over the child, protecting Him with their love and devotion.
This, this is Christ the King
This, right here, is the son of God, the King of Kings.
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
The shepherds protect Him while the angels sing in His praise, acknowledging His greatness.
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
Quickly come and sing His praises, because He is worthy of all the honor and praise we can give.
The Babe, the Son of Mary
This is the baby boy who is also the son of the virgin Mary.
So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh
Bring Him gifts of incense, gold, and myrrh, a symbol of the value and worth that He brings as the son of God.
Come peasant king to own Him
Even though He is a king, approach Him as a humble peasant to claim Him as your own.
The King of Kings salvation brings
He is the King of Kings who brings salvation to the world, embodying the ultimate form of love and goodness.
Let loving hearts enthrone Him
We should all welcome Him into our hearts and offer Him the highest place of honor and respect.
The Babe, the Son of Mary, Mary
This child is both the son of Mary and also the savior of the world, fulfilling a great prophecy.
This, this is Christ the King
Once again, we are reminded that this baby is indeed the King of Kings.
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
The shepherds and angels continue to watch over Him and sing in His praise.
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
We must continue to sing His praises and give thanks for His presence among us.
The Babe, the Son of Mary
Once again, we are reminded that this child is both fully human and fully divine, the Son of Mary as well as the Son of God.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, O/B/O DistroKid, Integrity Music
Written by: William Dix
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@edwardsteel505
Time and Time
I Fall and Fall
Time and Time
I Rise and Rise
I Count My Blessings Because I Have Been Given A Gift Of Faith
To Hope and Believe In One God Who Created Us All
Time and Time
I Fall and Fall
I Rise and Rise
Hallelujah Thank You Jesus Christ
My Lord of Lord Alpha and Omega My Life and Death Who Made Me Before I Knew Me Also Who Forgave Me Who Has Free Will To Make My Own Life Or Death Choice and Gave Me A Voice That Speaks Life Or Death Amen
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I Fall and Fall
I Rise and Rise
To One God The Only God Who Made All Humans To Grow From A Baby As Free As This World Was Made For Me From A Baby Like Jesus Christ Our Savior From A Baby Hallelujah
@jolyanaramzi7656
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?
So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh,
Come Peasant, King to own Him
The King of Kings salvation brings,
Let loving hearts enthrone Him.
This, this is Christ the King,
Whom shepherds guard and Angels sing
Haste, haste, to bring Him laud,
The Babe, the Son of Mary.
Oh, raise, raise a song on high,
His mother sings her lullaby.
Joy, oh joy for Christ is born,
The Babe, the Son of Mary.
This, this is Christ the King,
Whom shepherds guard and Angels sing
Haste, haste, to bring Him laud,
The Babe,
The Son,
Of Mary.
What Child
Is this
Who laid
To rest
On Mary's lap
On Mary's lap
He is sleeping
This, this is Christ the King,
Whom shepherds guard and Angels sing
Haste, haste, to bring Him laud,
The Babe,
The Son,
Of Mary
The Babe, the Son of Mary
The Son of Mary
Songwriters: Casey Brown / Jon
@TheCreepypro
thank you Lord for your son may he be glorified for following your will unto death
@rafesamson6038
Jesus is so precious and this is such a beautiful song, it's excellently made and preformed, I can just keep singing it to Him over and over! I really like it, God bless Lauren Daigle, all her loved ones and anyone who reads this 🙂
@elinaoberemok1732
Rafe Samson God bless you too 💕 Love & peace to you from our beloved Jesus ❤️
@donthomas5136
This song sung by the most beautifully distinctive voice of an angel made me love to listen to Lauren Daigle singing anything Christmassy. I ❤ Lauren Daigle.
@normaps123
Thank you Lauren Daigle! Beautifully Done! Love it🙏🏻Praise The Lord!
@user-gr9qz4cx6y
I love it
@thriveteam2688
I love this jazz version! Love the trumpets!
@viktoriyaelijah3199
Jesus loves you Louren He changes people and there lives
@makiah4344
Love your version of "What Child Is This", Lauren!! Hope you and your family have a blessed Christmas.
@donthomas5136
The jazzy groove to this CLASSIC makes it soothing to swing ALL YEAR LONG...