Darkness comes quickly, it's already night Watch over my Saviour, till dawn and the light Alone in the darkness, a soft lullaby Be still sleepless child, no reason to cry. Dream sweet my dear heart Forget now, o child, your sorrow and grief There in the stable, there in the heath The angels your cradle could not have adorned More beautifully in this prestigious home Dream sweet my dear heart Close your eyes, in the rest and in peace Before my departure, your blessing i seek So peace can be mine, when i go to rest And gladly lay down, in you i am blessed Dream sweet my dear heart