The Holly and The Ivy
Holly and ivy are both easily found in the cold of Winter, thus making them good choices to adorn the home for the Christmas season. Holly in particular has long been associated with Christmas. It symbolizes eternal life.
The Holly and The Ivy
Christmas Carol
The holly and the ivy,
When they are both full grown,
Of all the trees that are in the wood,
The holly bears the crown.
(Chorus)
Oh, the rising of the sun
And the running of the deer,
The playing of the merry organ,
Sweet singing in the choir.
The holly bears a blossom
As white as lily flower,
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
To be our sweet savior.
(Chorus)
The holly bears a berry
As red as any blood,
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
To do poor sinners good.
(Chorus)
The holly bears a prickle
As sharp as any thorn,
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
On Christmas Day in the morn.
(Chorus)
The holly bears a bark
As bitter as any gall,
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
For to redeem us all.
(Chorus)
The holly and the ivy,
Now both are full well-grown,
Of all the trees that are in the wood,
The holly bears the crown.
(Chorus)
Thanks!
Thanks!
Thanks!
Thanks and Acknowledgements
Image: Wayside and Woodland 1895, Edward Step and F. Warner.
