I Heard the Bells

I heard the bells on Christmas day
Their old familiar carols play
And wild and sweet
The words repeat
Of peace on earth goodwill to men
And in despair, I bowed my head
«There is no peace on earth», I said
For hate is strong
And mocks the song
Of peace on earth goodwill to men
Then pealed the bells more loud and deep
«God is not dead nor does he sleep»
The wrong shall fail
The right prevail
With peace on earth goodwill to men