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!