The Presbyterian Hymnal: Hymns, Psalms, and Spiritual Songs

45

A La Ru / O Sleep, Dear Holy Baby

1.  O sleep, dear holy Baby, with Your head against my breast;
    meanwhile the pangs of my sorrow are soothed and put to rest.

Refrain:
    *A la ru, a la mé, a la ru, a la mé,
    a la ru, a la mé, a la ru, a la ru, a la mé.

2.  You need not fear King Herod, he will bring no harm to You;
    so rest in the arms of Your mother, who sings You a la ru.
    (Refrain)


* These syllables have no meaning.

1.  Duérmete, Niño lindo, en los brazos del amor
    mientras que duerme y descansa la pena de mi dolor.

Refrain:
    *A la ru, a la mé, a la ru, a la mé,
    a la ru, a la mé, a la ru, a la ru, a la mé.

2.  No temas al rey Herodes que nada te ha de hacer;
    en los brazos de tu madre y ahí nadie te ha de ofender.
    (Refrain)

WORDS: Hispanic folk song Trans. John Donald Robb, 1954
MUSIC: Hispanic folk melody Arr. John Donald Robb, 1954
Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15
Theme: Christmas