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What Child Is This
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Aug 5, 2026 updated
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Lauren Daigle's rendition of the classic Christmas carol "What Child Is This?" reflects on the birth of Jesus, the Christ child, sleeping on Mary's lap while angels and shepherds worship Him. The song emphasizes the identity of the baby as Christ the King, who brings salvation, and calls listeners to honor Him with gifts and devotion. It beautifully captures the wonder and reverence of the nativity, inviting all to recognize and worship the Savior.
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What Child is this who laid to rest
On Mary's lap is sleeping
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet
While shepherds watch are keeping
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary
So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh
Come peasant king to own Him
The King of Kings salvation brings
Let loving hearts enthrone Him
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary, Mary
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary