A babe lies in the cradle
From Oremus Hymnal
A babe lies in the cradle,
a little babe so dear,
with noble light he shineth
as shines a mirror clear,
this little babe so dear.
The babe within the cradle
is Jesus Christ our Lord;
to us all peace and amity
at this good time afford,
thou Jesus Christ our Lord!
Whoso would rock the cradle
where lies the gentle child,
a lowly heart must lead him,
by passions undefiled,
as Mary pure and mild.
O Jesus, babe beloved!
O Jesus, babe divine!
How mighty is thy wondrous love!
Fill thou this heart of mine
with that great love of thine!
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Author
German, in Corner's Geistliche Nachtigal, 1649, trans. Paul England
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Sources
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Hymnal, Number, Tunes
| Hymnal | Number | Tunes Used |
|---|---|---|
| The Hymnal 1940 | 39 | Corner |
| The Church Hymnal (Church of Ireland), 1960 | Carols 1 | Corner |

