by Anonymous / Unidentified Author

Christmas Child
Language: English 
Softly sleeping the baby boy;
His mother watch is keeping, her heart full of joy.
O blessed child teach us how to love one another.

Newborn babe lies in a stable,
Humble dwelling, dark and small;
But his star shines like a beacon, a light for all.
Softly, sleeping the Christmas child.
Lead us, teach us, guide us towards peace.

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This text was added to the website: 2026-05-28
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Word count: 60