The Sussex Mummers’ Carol
1.
A glorious Angel from Heaven came
Unto a virtuous maid,
Strange tidings and great news of joy
The humble Mary had,
The humble Mary had.
2.
O mortal man, remember well
When Christ our Lord was born,
He was crucified betwixt two thieves
And crownèd with the thorn.
3.
O mortal man, remember well
When Christ died on the rood;
’Twas for our sins and wicked ways
Christ shed His precious blood.
4.
O mortal man, remember well
When Christ was wrapped in clay,
He was taken to a sepulchre
Where no man ever lay.
5.
God bless the mistress of this house
With gold chain round her breast;
Where e’er her body sleeps or wakes,
Lord send her soul to rest.
6.
God bless the master of this house
With happiness beside;
Where e’er his body rides or walks,
Lord Jesus be his guide.
7.
God bless your house, your children too,
Your cattle and your store;
The Lord increase you day by day,
And give you more and more.