Tune: Bristol
('Hark, the glad sound')
Matthew 1 v.1-6
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When Jesus born in Bethlehem
Came to Jerusalem
Wise men from the east, they said, Where
Born King of the Jews fair?
When Herod the king this did hear
He had trouble and fear
And all Jerusalem did too
At news of a King new
He called the chief priests and the scribes
Said, Unto me describe
Where Christ should be born, now do say
And tell us all this day
They said, In Bethlehem, Judea
There He shall be found clear
For prophet Micah* said, For you
Bethlehem are blessed true
You be a town in Judah's land
Are not least, but town grand
Among the princes you are great
One of royal estate
For out of you shall come, 'tis sure
A Governor, Ruler
Shall rule my people Israel
Good tidings now to tell
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* Micah 5 v.2
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Author:
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Well that is pretty Christmassy Orchi and it's not even December yet. Another good one my friend
Thank you SB. It's just that Matthews Gospel - and all the Gospels really - start off with the Christmas story.
Most welcome Orchi
Sounds like there was dirty work at the crossroads when Herod had a go... but who won??
Thank you D. One of the King Herods - there were more than one of the same name - got eaten by worms somehow, cos he thought he was a god.
No wonder you are a confused laddie - they only told us of one in Sunday School, probably so as to not confuse young minds.
Does everybody who thinks they're god get eaten by worms? Immediately? Or do they have to wait their turn?
Nope, not everyone, but he got too big for his boots.
Boots? Boots? Yep, there is a stamp missing in my Sunday School attendance pass book when I look.....
A previous vicar used to get called 'Boots' as he previously was in the military.
When he left the military he has to find something else to do - settled on vicar 'cos he got accommodation (admittedly a tied cottage), and the enemy woz now only the little old ladies who provided the tea and scones which stuck to his dentures something awful.
He drilled them little old ladies into line - Quick march now! heehee.
Oh dear! Dost feel that this church of yours romantically set among verdant English pastures may have lost it's way somewhat? How's the roof? Could he not put those little old ladies to more practical use rather than marching them around the countryside? The dough in them scones - could it not be utilised as a sealant?
Well written. The poem revolves around the birth of Jesus Christ, specifically focusing on the prophetic announcement of His coming as the King of the Jews. It highlights the reactions of Herod and the people of Jerusalem, the inquiry of the chief priests and scribes, and the fulfillment of prophecy regarding Jesus' birthplace in Bethlehem.
Thank you F.
Oh no, there's no ruler to reign!
Why did she ever run away?
Turns out a glugging sailor came by,
Spinach and cream spray gone astray!
Ah-gah-gah-gah-glug-glug!
Geesh. I just let him get it out of the way. There...good job on this Orchi! Now if we could reign in Mr.'s P & T, it would be a miracle of Advent proportions! 🤣
Thank you T. It's Ms Oyl I feel sorry for! lol.
Me too! Poor soul indeed!
How many days left?! A white Christmas would definitely do it for me!
Good write A. I wish them Happy Christmas in January, as I like to be early, and I might forget later in the year! lol.
Superb! 🙏🏻🕊️
Good one Orchi.
Thank you Gold.
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