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: The English lyrics were written in 1865 by William Chatterton Dix , an insurance company manager from Bristol, England.

: Dix wrote the words while recovering from a severe near-fatal illness and depression, which led to a profound spiritual awakening. The lyrics originally appeared in his poem titled " The Manger Throne ". : The English lyrics were written in 1865

: The hymn is set to the tune of " Greensleeves ," a traditional English folk song dating back to at least the late 16th century. It was first paired with Dix's lyrics in 1871 by Sir John Stainer. Meaning and Themes Songs of Christmas: What Child is This? | Faith Church an insurance company manager from Bristol