by Denis A. McCarthy (1871 - 1931)
St. Joseph's vigil Matches base text
Language: English
Silently with clasped hands, By the manger Joseph stands, O'er the infant in the straw, Watching with a holy awe. Guardian of the Mother mild, Guardian of the Holy child Artisan to whom is giv'n Knowledge of the things of Heav'n Lowly one who knows and sees God's eternal mysteries.
Composition:
- Set to music by Margaret Ruthven Lang (1867 - 1972), "St. Joseph's vigil", op. 52 no. 3, published 1913 [ soli, SATB chorus, and organ ], from The Night of the Star: A Christmas Cycle, no. 3, Ditson
Text Authorship:
- by Denis A. McCarthy (1871 - 1931)
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This text was added to the website: 2012-05-17
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Word count: 50