'Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella' lyrics

'Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella' lyrics

Here are the lyrics to the old French carol 'Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella'

Published: November 16, 2022 at 10:11 am

How old is the Christmas carol 'Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella'?

It is thought the French Christmas carol 'Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella' dates back to the 17th century, having first appeared in print in 1668 in a collection of Provençal carols by Nicolas Saboly.

It was translated into English in the 18th century.

The carol is about two farm hands - Jeanette and Isabella - coming across baby Jesus and Mary in a stable and rushing to tell local villagers, who come to visit.

'Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella' lyrics

'Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella' lyrics in English

'Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella' lyrics in French

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