Copyright, 1912, by
Charles Scribner's Sons
Published October, 1912
Why do the bells of Christmas ring? Why do little children sing?
Once a lovely shining star, Seen by shepherds from afar, Gently moved until its light Made a manger's cradle bright.
There a darling baby lay, Pillowed soft upon the hay; And its mother sung and smiled: "This is Christ, the holy Child!"