14 a. Recitative There were shepherds, abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flocks by night. Luke II, 8 14 b. Recitative And lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them, and they were sore afraid. Luke II, 9 15. Recitative And the angel said unto them, fear not, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people: for unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord Luke II, 10-11 16. Recitative And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host, praising God, and saying: Luke II, 13