8 Havia, naquela mesma região, pastores que viviam nos campos e guardavam o seu rebanho durante as vigílias da noite. 9 E um anjo do Senhor desceu aonde eles estavam, e a glória do Senhor brilhou ao redor deles; e ficaram tomados de grande temor. 10 O anjo, porém, lhes disse: Não temais; eis aqui vos trago boa-nova de grande alegria, que o será para todo o povo:

8 And there were shepherds in the same country abiding in the field, and keeping watch by night over their flock. 9 And an angel of the Lord stood by them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. 10 And the angel said unto them, Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all the people:

8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night.

9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.

10 But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.