Christmas Poems

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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  1. 1. 'Twas The Night Before Christmas

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    '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;

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    I 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. 2. Christmas Time

    • By Ronald Doe
    • Published by Family Friend Poems December 2010 with permission of the Author.

    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.

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    Beautiful poem. I love it. One of my favorite poems on this website.

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  5. 3. A Friend's Greeting

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    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;

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    Edgar 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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  6. 4. The Littlest Christmas Tree

    • By Amy Peterson
    • Published by Family Friend Poems April 2009 with permission of the Author.

    The littlest Christmas tree
    lived in a meadow of green
    among a family
    of tall evergreens.

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    This 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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  7. 5. Christmas Lesson

    • By Julesies
    • Published by Family Friend Poems December 2014 with permission of the Author.

    Christmas is a special time
    To give, to serve, to love.
    It isn't just about yourself,
    But others that you think of.

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    I think I simply love this poem. Good job! The last stanza is very well written.

  8. 6. Christmas Bells

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    I heard the bells on Christmas Day
    Their old, familiar carols play,
    And wild and sweet
    The words repeat

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    It's wonderful. I love how he added that he believes in God. Best poem ever.

  9. 7. 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.

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  10. 8. From Us To You

    It's Christmas time,
    And I wish you well.
    May the Lord bless you
    With the best of health.

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    Hits home! It's perfect, not to long and straight to the point. I could see this in a Christmas card.

  11. 9. Christmas In Heaven

    • By John P. Read
    • Published by Family Friend Poems December 2019 with permission of the Author.

    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.

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    Hi 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.
    I...

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  12. 10. Merry Christmas, Mom

    • By Mary Butto
    • Published by Family Friend Poems October 2009 with permission of the Author.

    For all of the presents
    You put under the tree,
    For all of the times
    You picked up after me...

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    I 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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  13. 11. Christmas Wishes For You

    • By Sherry Asbury
    • Published by Family Friend Poems December 2018 with permission of the Author.

    May peace dwell with you,
    may prosperity huddle near.
    May family gather together
    without heartache or tear.

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  14. 12. The True Christmas Spirit

    • By Ina G. Roberts
    • Published by Family Friend Poems December 2019 with permission of the Author.

    A long time ago, down Bethlehem way,
    A star shown in the night sky as bright as the day.
    The shepherds were watching their flocks with care
    When a host of angels appeared in the air,

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    It's a perfect composition for Christmas Eve. The birth of Jesus is the epitome of love, along with his messages and sacrifice for his children. His teachings should be imbibed in our life...

  15. 13. First Christmas Without You

    The nights are long and cold; the sun is hardly around.
    Christmas time is approaching, and snow will soon cover the ground.
    Trees and lights are twinkling; stockings are being hung.
    The Christmas spirit is all around as carols are being sung.

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    I lost my Daddy July 1st of this year (2018). We, as a family, do not really know how to do Christmas this year. Do we stay with tradition or do we try something different? The thought of not...

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  16. 14. My Dad Would Like To Be Santa

    • By Graham Craven
    • Published by Family Friend Poems November 2020 with permission of the Author.

    His belly's getting bigger,
    And his hair is turning white.
    His eyes shine and sparkle
    Like the stars on Christmas night.

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    Perfect for both kids and adults at Christmas - great fun. Best wishes, Ann D Stevenson

  17. 15. At Christmas

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    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;

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    This 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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  18. 16. Two Letters To Santa

    • By Annabel Sheila
    • Published by Family Friend Poems December 2008 with permission of the Author.

    I wrote a letter to Santa
    To make sure he would know
    It's only two weeks until Christmas
    And we still don't have any snow.

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  19. 17. A Christmas Wish

    • By Debra L. Brown
    • Published by Family Friend Poems December 2018 with permission of the Author.

    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.

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    I was touched that I've brought back a precious memory for you. God Bless

  20. 18. A Christmas Blessing

    May the grace of Christ bring you hope and joy,
    and may the peace of Christ be yours.
    May Jesus, the Lord, the miracle of God,
    fill your heart with Christmas love.

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  21. 19. Listening For Santa

    • By Annabel Sheila
    • Published by Family Friend Poems December 2008 with permission of the Author.

    A squeak on the stairs.
    Could Santa be here?
    Better pull my blankets
    Up to my ears.

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    A falling sound in the chimney. Could it be Old St. Nick? Better pull my covers and go to sleep.

  22. 20. My Wish For This Christmas

    Christmas is a happy time for friends and family,
    The children are excited as they unwrap presents around the tree.

    Carols are sung and lights twinkle in the night.

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    My Granny has just passed away, but I thought of her more like a mother - we were really close. I have been dreading Christmas because it just makes me miss her more. This poem touched my...

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