The Book of Praise ‎#197

197. Near the cross her vigil keeping

Text Information

• First Line: Near the cross her vigil keeping
• Author (attributed to): Jacopone da Todi
• Adapter: Louis Fitzgerald Benson, 1855-
• Meter: 8 8 7 D.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1918
• Topic: God: His Attributes, Works and Word: The Lord Jesus Christ - His Suffering and Death; The Church: The Sacraments - The Lord's Supper; The Church: The Gospel Call
• Source: Latin, 13th century

Tune Information

• Name: MATER DOLOROSA
• Meter: 8 8 7 D.
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: Corner's Hymn Book, 1625