(Henry W. Longfellow - John B. Calkin)
I heard the bells on Christmas Day
Their old familiar carols play
And wild and sweet the words repeat
Of peace on earth goodwill to men.
I thought as now this day has come
The belfries of all Christendom
Had rung along the unbroken song
Of peace on earth goodwill to men.
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And in despair I bowed my head
There is no peace on earth I said
For hate is strong that mocks the song
Of peace on earth goodwill to men.
(Then pealed the bells m...