Hymn for Christmas Day.

By William Hayley

Saviour inspire the voice of earth,

To hail the day that gave Thee birth;

The Heavens resound in blest accord,

Hosanna! to the highest! praise the Lord.

Let hymns of gratulation flow

From Adam's race redeem'd from woe;

For Paradise to man restored,

Hosanna! to the highest! praise the Lord.

Wisdom, and power, and peace proclaim

The new-born Saviour's blessed name,

His glory stars to stars record,

Hosanna! to the highest! praise the Lord.

Nature to Him in homage fall;

He comes — the Judge, the Lord of all:

His welcome sound on every chord,

Hosanna! to the highest! praise the Lord.