some children see him lily white
the baby jesus born this night. some children see him lily white
with tresses soft and fair. some children see him bronzed and brown
the lord of heav'n to earth come down. some children see him bronzed and brown
with dark and heavy hair. some children see him almond-eyed
this savior whom we kneel beside. some children see him almond-eyed
with skin of yellow hue. some children see him dark as they
sweet mary's son to whom we pray. some children see him dark as they
and
ah! they love him
too!
the children in each different place
will see the baby jesus' face
like theirs
but bright with heavenly grace
and filled with holy light. o lay aside each earthly thing
and with thy heart as offering
come worship now the infant king. 'tis love that's born tonight!