5. to be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
6. And so it was that while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
7. And she brought forth her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger because there was no room for them in the inn.
8. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
9. And, behold, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the clarity of the Lord shone round about them, and they feared greatly.
10. But the angel said unto them, Fear not; for, behold, I bring you a gospel of great joy, which shall be to all the people.
11. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord.