^{9 Ref} And an angel of the Lord stood by them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

^{10 Ref} And the angel said unto them, Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all the people:

^{11 Ref} for there is born to you this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord.

^{12 Ref} And this `is' the sign unto you: Ye shall find a babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, and lying in a manger.

^{13 Ref} And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

^{14 Ref} Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace among men in whom he is well pleased.