8. Recitative
Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call His name Emmanuel: God with us.
Isaiah VII, 14
9. Air And Chorus
O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion, get Thee up into the high mountain; O Thou that tellest good tidings to Jerusalem, lift up Thy voice with strength; lift it up, be not afraid; say unto the cities of Judah; behold your God.
Isaiah LX, 9
Arise, shine, for Thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.
Isaiah LX, 1