And
Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into
Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem: to be taxed
with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. And so it was,
that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she
should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and
wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because
there was no room for them in the inn.
And
there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping
watch over their flock by night.
And,
lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord
shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
And
the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good
tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
For
unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is
Christ the Lord.
And
this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in
swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
And
suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host
praising God, and Saying,
"Glory
to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men."
