From the recording LP14 EKLEKTIKA CHRISTMAS
This song is a simple yet powerful retelling of the Nativity story, blending biblical imagery with a message of hope. The chorus proclaims the birth of Christ as both a divine and earthly gift, uniting heaven’s glory with peace for humanity. The verses trace the familiar Christmas narrative: the humble setting of Bethlehem illuminated by a guiding star, the shepherds hearing the angels’ song, Mary’s tender care of the child, and the wise men bringing symbolic gifts. It concludes with a universal celebration, recognizing Christ as the “light born in the world,” embodying renewal, joy, and the eternal Word made flesh.
Lyrics
NATUS EST HODIE LYRICS
(“Born This Day”)
[instrumental]
[Refrain]
Natus est hodie, Christus Dominus,
Gloria in excelsis, pax in terris nobis.
[instrumental]
[Verse 1]
In Bethlehem humilis, stella fulget clara,
Pastores audiunt cantum angelorum.
[Refrain]
Natus est hodie, Christus Dominus,
Gloria in excelsis, pax in terris nobis.
[Instrumental]
[Verse 2]
Maria puerum tenet in praesepio,
Reges dona ferunt, aurum, tus et myrrham.
[Refrain]
Natus est hodie, Christus Dominus,
Gloria in excelsis, pax in terris nobis.
[Instrumental]
[Verse 3]
Gaudium canimus, lux in mundo nata,
Vita nova venit per Verbum aeternum.
[Refrain]
Natus est hodie, Christus Dominus,
Gloria in excelsis, pax in terris nobis.
[Refrain: voices only]
Natus est hodie, Christus Dominus,
Gloria in excelsis, pax in terris nobis.
Chorus
Born this day, Christ the Lord,
Glory in the highest, peace on earth to us.
Verse 1
In lowly Bethlehem, a star shines bright,
Shepherds hear the song of angels.
Verse 2
Mary holds the child in the manger,
Kings bring gifts: gold, incense, and myrrh
Verse 3
We sing with joy, light born in the world,
A new life comes through the eternal Word