In Dulci Jubilo (“Good Christian men, rejoice”) attr. Bl. Henry Suso, Dominican Priest
Translation: Dr. John M. Neale Tune: “In Dulci Jubilo” • 66 77 78 55
Corde Natus Ex Parentis (“Of the Father’s love begotten”) Aurelius Prudentius, Christian Poet
Translation: Cento by the editors Tune: “Divinum Mysterium” • 87 87 87 R
“God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen” The meaning of “God rest you merry” is “God keep you merry.” Note the archaic use of the word rest (“keep”)—indeed, this carol probably dates from the 16th century. Tune: “God Rest You Merry” • 86 86 86 R