We Three Kings
The Childrens Choir Lyrics


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God rest ye merry, gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our Saviour
Was born upon this day
To save us all from Satan's power
When we were gone astray

O tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
O tidings of comfort and joy

From God our heavenly Father
This blessed angel came
And unto certain shepherds
Brought tidings of the same
How that in Bethlehem was born
The Son of God by name

O tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
O tidings of comfort and joy

O, star of wonder, star of night
Star with royal beauty bright
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guide us to thy perfect light

Born a king on Bethlehem's plain
Gold I bring to crown Him again
King forever, ceasing never
Over us all to reign

O, star of wonder, star of night
Star with royal beauty bright
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guide us to thy perfect light

Glorious now behold Him arise
King and God and sacrifice
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Worshipping God most high

O, star of wonder, star of night
Star with royal beauty bright
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guide us to thy perfect light

God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay




God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay

Overall Meaning

The Children's Choir's song, "We Three Kings," is a traditional Christmas carol that tells the story of the birth of Jesus Christ. The first stanza begins with "God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay," which is a call for the listeners to be joyful and not discouraged. The song then goes on to remind us of the reason for the season, which is the birth of Christ. The second stanza speaks of an angel who appeared to shepherds in Bethlehem to announce the birth of Jesus. The angel tells the shepherds that Jesus Christ is the son of God, and was born to save all of humanity. The third stanza speaks of the wise men who followed a star to find the baby Jesus. The wise men brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to honor the newborn king. The final stanza speaks of the glory of Christ, and how he is both king and God, who sacrificed everything to save humanity. The song ends with a repetition of the first stanza, calling on listeners to be merry and not dismayed.


Line by Line Meaning

God rest ye merry, gentlemen
May God keep you joyful, gentlemen


Let nothing you dismay
Do not be discouraged


Remember Christ our Saviour
Recall that Jesus is our savior


Was born upon this day
He was born on this day


To save us all from Satan's power
He came to save us from Satan's grip


When we were gone astray
When we had lost our way


O tidings of comfort and joy
What great news that brings happiness and peace


From God our heavenly Father
An angel came from God above


This blessed angel came
A holy messenger arrived


And unto certain shepherds
And spoke to some humble shepherds


Brought tidings of the same
Delivered the same message


How that in Bethlehem was born
That Jesus was born in Bethlehem


The Son of God by name
He is called the Son of God


O star of wonder, star of night
Oh, amazing star, shining at night


Star with royal beauty bright
You sparkle with majestic light


Westward leading, still proceeding
Moving westward, still guiding


Guide us to thy perfect light
Show us the way to your divine light


Born a king on Bethlehem's plain
Born a king in a humble manger


Gold I bring to crown Him again
I bring gold to crown Him once more


King forever, ceasing never
He is forever our king, never to end


Over us all to reign
To rule over us all


Glorious now behold Him arise
See Him rise, glorious and sublime


King and God and sacrifice
He is our king, God, and offering


Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord


Worshipping God most high
Honoring the Most High God


God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May God keep you joyful, gentlemen, do not be discouraged


God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May God keep you joyful, gentlemen, do not be discouraged


God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May God keep you joyful, gentlemen, do not be discouraged


God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May God keep you joyful, gentlemen, do not be discouraged




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Steven Page, Ed Robertson, Kevin Hearn, Jim Creeggan, Tyler Stewart, Dominio Publico

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@atukundda

Wow. This sounds soothing, chilling and heavenly.

@joelreagan517

Sooo cool 😎

@BookMama13

I love this!!! I'll be so excited to share it on our digital Advent calendar at JoyofAdvent!

@alinebeatriz6015

Beautiful!! You're amazing! I love you, from Brazil!! Your música is so good, and help me, thank you all!

@kayphiri7814

This is beautifully done ✅

@miriansilvana63

Eu amo vocês ❤️ crianças de Jesus Cristo,Watoto 👑🛡️🗡️⚖️🗝️📜🎁 Deus abençoe a todos no nome de Jesus Cristo o nosso Rei coroado em glória e poder 👑

@arthurnascimento710

Lindo Glórias a Deus nas alturas whoooou

@juliemauger6183

To all the children, carers, workers & supporters of Watoto: have a very blessed Christmas ❣❣❣ You are all an inspiration to people all over the world. Mungu akubariki sana 💖⚡

@saintbensafayo4692

My favourite of the season so far....Jesus' born ❤ 💖 💕

@Chiefomaj

Wow this is the reason why I follow watoto on each and every step they make,to be sure, I was out of joy for Christmas with my brothers and sisters with no hope of celebrating the day of the lord's born but now am really moved up by what these kids have shown me.Thanks alot watoto lot's of love from Food step Uganda ❤️❤️

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