Lyrics

The angel Gabriel from heaven came,

His wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame

“All hail,” said he, “thou lowly maiden Mary

Most highly favoured lady.” Gloria!

” For know a blessed mother thou shalt be,

All generations laud and honour thee,

Thy son shall be Emanuel by seers foretold

Most highly favoured lady.” Gloria!

Then gentle Mary meekly bowed her head

“To me be as it pleases God”, she said

My soul shall laud and magnify His holy name”

Most highly favoured lady. Gloria!

Of her, Emmanuel, the Christ, was born

In Bethlehem all on a Christmas morn

And Christian folk throughout the world will ever say

Most highly favoured lady. Gloria!