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What Child is This

from Winter Snow by Tobias Anderson

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The minor key of this timeless carol reminds the listener of the true joy made possible through Christ's sacrifice on the cross. Christ's birth begins the earthly journey that will fulfill his calling, securing eternal life and salvation.

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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.

Why lies He in such mean estate,
Where ox and ass are feeding?
Good Christians, fear, for sinners here
The silent Word is pleading.
Nails, spear shall pierce Him through,
the cross be borne for me, for you.
Hail, hail the Word made flesh,
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.
Raise, raise a song on high,
The virgin sings her lullaby
Joy, joy for Christ is born,
The babe, the Son of Mary.

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from Winter Snow, released December 12, 2014
Vocals: Tobias Anderson
Piano: David Anderson
Cello: Christian Holleck

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Tobias Anderson Rifton, New York

Singer/songwriter, pastor, father, and friend; Tobias is a journeying spirit who finds music everywhere, and shares this gift through songwriting and community.

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