The people walking in darkness Have seen a great light; On those living in the shadow A light has dawned. You've enlarged the nation Increased their joy; They rejoice before you As people rejoice at the harvest For you have shattered the yoke that burdens them, The rod of their oppressor. Because to us a child is born A son is given to us. And the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace There will be no end He'll reign over his kingdom Upholding it with justice and righteousness From that time on and forever.