The Angels' Song

"The Angels' Song" is a piece of writing by Thomas Guthrie, a 19th century Scottish Presbyterian minister. It describes the birth of Jesus, which lacked the earthly trappings of a royal birth, but was celebrated by the angels with the song "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth, peace, good will toward men." The reader is invited to join the angels in wonder at the birth of the Redeemer and to reflect on the peace that Jesus brings to the world. Guthrie was known for his advocacy of the "ragged schools" movement, which aimed to provide education for poor and disadvantaged children.