1. A Friend's Greeting
Famous Poem
I'd like to be the sort of friend
that you have been to me;
I'd like to be the help that you've been
always glad to be;
Christmas Poems
Poems about Christmas for Family and Friends
In today's world we are inundated with images of Christmas from the media. We are told that it is all about buying expensive gifts for each other. In today's challenging economic times it is a tragedy that parents spend way more than they can afford to try to please their children. The sad truth is that, "money can't buy you love". A holiday is about the time spent together with loved ones. It is about gifts that come from the heart, and it is the about the thousands of years of tradition that mark the holiday season.
94 Popular Christmas Poems
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Featured Shared StoryEdgar is so in touch with his higher self, therefore, bringing a deep resonance from my heart space just thinking of being loved, appreciated, and cherished in such a way! His speaking of...
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2. 'Twas The Night Before Christmas
Famous Poem
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there;Featured Shared StoryI remember hearing this poem as a little youngster. I would also read this to my daughter and nephews each year right before Christmas! It is a wonderful poem to share with your family!...
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3. At Christmas
Famous Poem
A man is at his finest
towards the finish of the year;
He is almost what he should be
when the Christmas season is here;Featured Shared StoryThis poem by Edgar Guest touches my heart on so many levels! He speaks from his higher self, a heart-centered place which all of us are capable of living from and not just at Christmas time. ...
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4. Christmas Bells
Famous Poem
Analysis of Form and Technique
I heard the bells on Christmas Day
Their old, familiar carols play,
And wild and sweet
The words repeatFeatured Shared StoryIt's wonderful. I love how he added that he believes in God. Best poem ever.
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5. Christmas Carol
Famous Poem
The kings they came from out the south,
All dressed in ermine fine;
They bore Him gold and chrysoprase,
And gifts of precious wine. -
6. The Holy Night
Famous Poem
We sate among the stalls at Bethlehem;
The dumb kine from their fodder turning them,
Softened their horned faces
To almost human gazes -
7. Christmas In Heaven
Santa, do you know where heaven is?
Maybe your reindeer know the way.
For I have a special present
I need delivered on Christmas day.Featured Shared StoryHi Eva I'm so sorry for your loss, I know how hard it is especially this time of year, it's 13 years since my dear wife Ann passed, although it still feels like it was only yesterday.
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8. The Littlest Christmas Tree
The littlest Christmas tree
lived in a meadow of green
among a family
of tall evergreens.Featured Shared StoryThis poem touched my heart and the story of your beautiful parents behind it... I have only come across it searching online. I will most certainly be reading up on all your other inspiring...
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9. Christmas Time
Christmas time is finally here.
It only comes but once a year,
And it's a time to spread good cheer
To those we love and hold so dear.Featured Shared StoryBeautiful poem. I love it. One of my favorite poems on this website.
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10. From Us To You
It's Christmas time,
And I wish you well.
May the Lord bless you
With the best of health.Featured Shared StoryHits home! It's perfect, not to long and straight to the point. I could see this in a Christmas card.
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11. My Dad Would Like To Be Santa
His belly's getting bigger,
And his hair is turning white.
His eyes shine and sparkle
Like the stars on Christmas night.Featured Shared StoryPerfect for both kids and adults at Christmas - great fun. Best wishes, Ann D Stevenson
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12. Christmas Time
At Christmas, lights burn brighter,
and friendly hugs get even tighter.
The spirit of Christmas fills the air,
and people seem to really care.Featured Shared StoryLenora,
That is a lovely poem.
Keeping the heart of Christmas alive all year 'round is the goal.
So great to remember that one of His names is Emmanuel, meaning "God with us." -
13. Merry Christmas, Mom
For all of the presents
You put under the tree,
For all of the times
You picked up after me...Featured Shared StoryI had to send this poem to my older brother, Mike, after I read it! The poet describes everything about his mother exactly as if we were talking to our own mom! She passed on in the spring of...
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14. A Christmas Wish
I wish I could go back to the past,
of Christmases long ago.
I wish I could see my loved ones
who have passed on long ago.Featured Shared StoryI was touched that I've brought back a precious memory for you. God Bless
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15. Christmas Wishes For You
May peace dwell with you,
may prosperity huddle near.
May family gather together
without heartache or tear. -
16. O Christmas Tree
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
You truly are a beauty.
I used to love to put you up,
Now it's a dreaded duty. -
17. Christmas Now And Then
Well, it is December, and Christmas is almost here
Another happy Christmas for family and good cheer
There will be tables loaded with turkeys, hams and sweets
We know there will be more than we could ever eatFeatured Shared StoryI found it very touching as I've got 2 parents still but as some people they don't have parents so they don't get very many presents. I hope everyone has a good Christmas and just be grateful...
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18. The Hush Of Christmas
Have you observed this Christmas thing?
How shoppers shop and sleigh bells ring,
And children wrapped in muffs and cuffs
Are trying out their newfound stuff. -
19. The Coming Of Christmas
Christmas time is almost here
As the snow falls gently to the ground
Families will come together far and near
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20. Baby Jesus, Child Of Love
Baby Jesus, child of love,
born of Mary, child of God,
born this night to bring us light,
God with us, Emmanuel.
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