The First Day When Christ Was Born Lyrics

1. The first day when Christ was born,
There sprang a rose out of a thorn,
To save mankind that was forlorn:
I thank (it) a maiden every deal.

2. In an ox-stall the Child was found,
In poor clothing the Child was wound;
He suffered many a deadly wound;
I thank (it) a maiden every deal.

3. A garland of thorns on His head was set,
A sharp spear to His heart was smet;
The Jews saiden, "Take Thee that!"
I thank (it) a maiden every deal.

4. The Jews did cry their parliament;
On the day of judgement,
They were afeared they should be shent.
I thank it a maiden every deal.

5. To the pillar He was bound,
To His heart a spear was stung;
For us He suffered a deadly wound.
I thank it a maiden every deal.