Christmas Carol, Sara Teasdale: Summary & Analysis
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"Christmas Carol" by Sara Teasdale captures the essence of the nativity story, portraying the arrival of various figures to pay homage to the newborn Jesus. The poem's simplicity and imagery evoke the awe and reverence associated with the Christmas narrative, emphasizing the diverse group of visitors who came to honor the infant. Christmas Carol
The kings they came from out the south,
All dressed in ermine fine;
They bore Him gold and chrysoprase,
And gifts of precious wine.
The shepherds came from out the north,
Their coats were brown and old;
They brought Him little new-born lambs—
They had not any gold.
The wise men came from out the east,
And they were wrapped in white;
The star that led them all the way
Did glorify the night.
The angels came from heaven high,
And they were clad with wings;
And lo, they brought a joyful song
The host of heaven sings.
The kings they knocked upon the door,
The wise men entered in,
The shepherds followed after them
To hear the song …