8 Christmas Bells Poems

Table of Contents

• The Meaning of Christmas Bells Poems
• The Joy and Wonder of the Season Poems
• Father Christmas and Traditions Poems
• Key Reflections in these Christmas Bells Poems

The Meaning of Christmas Bells Poems

These poems remind us of the true purpose of Christmas bells, reflecting faith and the birth of Christ.



1. I Heard The Bells
   Poet: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
   
   I heard the bells on Christmas Day
   Their old, familiar carols play,
   And wild and sweet
   The words repeat
   Of peace on earth, good-will to men!
   
   And thought how, as the day had come,
   The belfries of all Christendom
   Had rolled along
   The unbroken song
   Of peace on earth, good-will to men!
   
   Till, ringing, singing on its way
   The world revolved from night to day,
   A voice, a chime,
   A chant sublime
   Of peace on earth, good-will to men!
   
   Then from each black, accursed mouth
   The cannon thundered in the South,
   And with the sound
   The Carols drowned
   Of peace on earth, good-will to men!
   
   And in despair I bowed my head;
   There is no peace on earth, I said;
   For hate is strong,
   And mocks the song
   Of peace on earth, good-will to men!
   
   Then pealed the bells more loud and deep:
   God is not dead; nor doth he sleep!
   The Wrong shall fail,
   The Right prevail,
   With peace on earth, good-will to men!




Summary of the Poem, "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day :
In his poem, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow reminds us of the power of hope and faith, even in the midst of challenging times. The poet hears the Christmas bells ringing out messages of peace and good will, and he reflects on how this timeless message has been shared across the world. However, the sound of war and hatred drowns out the bells for a moment, and the poet feels despair. But then, the bells ring louder, reminding him that God is still with us, and that love and goodness will ultimately overcome all.

Key Message:
This poem teaches us that no matter how dark things may seem, there is always hope. Even when hatred and conflict seem overwhelming, we are reminded that God is present, and that good will triumph. It’s a call to keep faith and trust that peace and love will prevail in the end.



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2. Bells Do Ring
   Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
   
   On Christmas Day the bells do ring
   Reminding us what Christmas brings.
   Peace and goodwill to everyone
   The birth of the Son.
   
   That glorious first Christmas morn
   The day that Jesus was born
   Let the bells ring out loud and clear
   Praise God, let everyone hear.




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3. Christmas Bells Are Ringing
   Poet: Caleb Davis Bradlee
   
   Hark! the Christmas bells are ringing,
   And the angel-choirs are singing
   That Christ is born!
   And wrong is conquered by the right,
   A world is lifted into light,
   No more forlorn!
   
   All the earth was sad and dreary,
   And the human heart was weary,
   Till Christ did come!
   And then the darkness fled away,
   And holy love began its sway
   O'er hearth and home!
   
   All glory be to God on high,
   Let every mortal gladly cry,
   That Christ was given!
   May Christ grant all the power to see,
   As at his name they bend the knee,
   The way to heaven!


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The Joy and Wonder of the Season Poems

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4. Sing, Christmas Bells
   Poet: Eugene Field
   
   Say to the earth, this is the morn
   Whereon our Savior-King was born;
   Sing to all men - the bond the free,
   The rich, the poor, the high, the low,
   The little child that sports in glee,
   The aged folks that tottering go,
   Proclaim the morn
   That Christ is born,
   That saveth them and saveth me.




5. Why Do The Bells
   Poet: Eugene Field
   
   Why do the bells of Christmas ring?
   Why do little children sing?
   
   Once a lovely shining star,
   Seen by shepherds from afar,
   Gently moved until its light
   Made a manger’s cradle bright.
   
   There a darling baby lay,
   Pillowed soft upon the hay;
   And its mother sung and smiled:
   "This is Christ, the holy Child!"
   
   Therefore bells for Christmas ring,
   Therefore little children sing.




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6. Ring The Christmas Festival
   Poet: Ellwood Haines Stokes
   
   Coming, coming, Lord of glory.
   Coming through the ages hoary.
   In accord with ancient story.
   Coming, coming. Lord of light;
   Coming, so the truth engages.
   Coming through prophetic pages.
   Coming in the thoughts of sages.
   Ring the bells of joy to-night!
   
   Coming, lo! His star ascending,
   Coming, heaven and earth are blending,
   Coming, glory never-ending,
   Ring the bells of joy again!
   Coming, not as man expected,
   Coming, by the high neglected,
   Coming, by the proud rejected,
   He who shall forever reign.
   
   Come, though years of God move slowly;
   Bom of virgin mother, holy.
   Cradled in a manger, lowly,
   Human form, and flesh and blood;
   Come the child, yet mighty Leader,
   Weak, yet all-prevailing Pleader,
   Destitute, yet hunger's Feeder,
   Infant, Maker, Monarch, God!
   
   Come! the world with thanks is ringing;
   Come! the sad with joy are singing;
   Come! the weak to Him are clinging;
   Come the All, and come for all!
   Come ! the nation's long desire;
   Come! all hearts to Him aspire
   Come! the world is lifted higher;
   Ring the Christmas festival!


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7. Christmas Bells
   Poet: C. E. Lund
   
   Clear Christmas bells are chiming low,
   That all who hear may truly know,
   On this, a happy Christmas morn,
   The infant Saviour, Christ was born.
   
   Now tell the story soft and low,
   While every dimpled cheek aglow,
   In listening mood the children stand,
   The fairest group in Christian land.
   
   They drink the words from loving lips,
   As honey-bee the nectar sips,
   Until sweet Spirit from above,
   Has filled each heart with joy and love.
   
   When all the story has been told,
   As lambs within the sheltering fold,
   They felt a peace of heart and mind
   As Christian adults seldom find.
   
   'Tis thus in youth, when Spirit-taught,
   We early learn how Jesus bought
   A pardon full, for each and all
   Who listen to his pleading call.
   
   Sweet bells of Christmas-tide ring out,
   As one triumphant pealing shout;
   Ring louder now, and louder yet,
   That all may hear and none forget.




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8. Silver Bells
   Poet: Hamish Hendry
   
   Across the snow the Silver Bells
   Come near and yet more near;
   Each Day and Night, each Night and Day
   They tinkle soft and clear.
   
   'Tis Father Christmas on his way
   Across the winter Snows;
   While on his sleigh the Silver Bells
   Keep chiming as he goes.
   
   I listen for them in the Night,
   I listen all the Day,
   I think these merry Silver Bells
   Are long, long on the way!


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Key Reflections in these Christmas Bells Poems

Discover the central themes of love, peace, and unity woven through each poem.




1.   Celebration of Christ’s Birth - Each poem highlights the joy and reverence surrounding the birth of Jesus, symbolized by the ringing of Christmas bells. The bells serve as a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas, encouraging reflection on faith, hope, and renewal.

2.   Messages of Peace and Goodwill - The poems convey a sense of unity, love, and goodwill, capturing the Christmas spirit that brings people together. Through the imagery of ringing bells, the poems invite us to embrace peace and spread kindness during the holiday season.