Two Opening Stanzas to O Little Town of Bethlehem

INTRODUCTORY STANZAS TO

O LITTLE TOWN OF BETHLEHEM

© hhcomings (2011)

 

In ways unknown to human souls

The Holy Spirit came

And formed within a Virgin’s womb

A child of regal fame.

..... And in that womb still hidden,

..... He touched an unborn boy

..... Who leapt within another womb

..... In silent fetal joy.

 

The Spirit brooded over him

And guarded all his ways;

And brought to him a faithful man

To guide his sheltered days.

..... And in that "father’s" watch-care

..... To Bethlehem He led;

..... And far away from busy streets

..... Prepared a manger bed.

 

© hhcomings (2011)

 

As the author of the stanzas, I give permission for them to be used.