The First Noel

Verse 1:

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The first Noel, the angels did say

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Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay

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In fields where they lay keeping their sheep

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On a cold winter’s night that was so deep

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Noel, No-el,  Noel, Noel

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Born is the King of Is-rael

Verse 2:

They looked up and saw a star

Shining in the east beyond them far

And to the earth it gave great light

And so it continued both day and night

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel

Verse 3:

Then let us all with one accord

Sing praises to our heavenly Lord

That hath made Heaven and earth of nought

And with His blood mankind has bought

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel