Steaua_sus_rasare -

"" (The Star Rises on High) is one of the most famous Romanian Christmas carols ( colinde ), traditionally sung by children carrying a handmade star to symbolize the Star of Bethlehem.

They entered His presenceAnd bowed down to HimWith prepared giftsIntended for Christ steaua_sus_rasare

Mergând după razăPe Hristos să-l vazăȘi dacă pornirăÎndată-L găsiră "" (The Star Rises on High) is one

Gives birth to the MessiahIn the famous landNamed BethlehemAs the Magi saw itThey set out on their way steaua_sus_rasare

Below is the standard Romanian text and a draft English translation.

Children often carry a wooden star decorated with colored paper, foil, and bells, featuring a religious icon in the center.