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What Child Is This
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Aug 13, 2026 updated
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Marvin Sapp's rendition of the classic Christmas carol 'What Child Is This?' features Commissioned and reflects on the birth of Jesus Christ. The song poses the question of the identity of the infant resting on Mary's lap, answering that He is Christ the King, greeted by angels and watched by shepherds. It emphasizes the wonder of the Incarnation and calls listeners to honor the newborn King. The lyrics draw from the nativity narrative, highlighting the humble setting and divine nature of Jesus. This worshipful carol invites reflection on the significance of Christmas and the salvation brought through Christ.
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What child is this, who, laid to rest
On Mary's lap lay 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
What child is this, who, laid to rest
On Mary's lap lay 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
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing:
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The Babe, the son of Mary