Altstadt in Dinkelsbühl in Ansbach, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schmid
Photographed by James Hulse, September 14, 2026
1. Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schmid Marker
* 15. August 1768 in Dinkelsbühl
† 3. September 1854 in Augsburg
Priester und Schriftsteller, der als der erfolgreichste Jugendbuchautor seiner Zeit gilt. Sein wohl bekanntestes Werk ist das Weihnachtslied
„Ihr Kinderlein, kommet“
1. Ihr Kinderlein, kommet, o kommet doch all’!
Zur Krippe her kommet in Bethlehems Stall
und seht, was in dieser hochheiligen Nacht
der Vater im Himmel für Freude uns macht.
2. O seht in der Krippe, im nächtlichen Stall,
seht hier bei des Lichtleins hellglänzendem Strahl
den lieblichen Knaben, das himmlische Kind,
viel schöner und holder, als Engelein sind.
3. Da liegt es – das Kindlein – auf Heu und auf Stroh;
Maria und Josef betrachten es froh;
die redlichen Hirten knie’n betend davor,
hoch oben schwebt jubelnd der Engelein Chor.
4. Manch Hirtenkind trägt wohl mit freudigem Sinn
Milch, Butter und Honig nach Bethlehem hin;
ein Körblein voll Früchte, das purpurrot glänzt,
ein schneeweißes Lämmchen mit Blumen bekränzt.
5. O betet: Du liebes, Du göttliches Kind
was leidest Du alles für unsere Sünd’!
Ach hier in der Krippe schon
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am Kreuze dort gar noch den bitteren Tod.
6. O beugt wie die Hirten anbetend die Knie,
erhebet die Hände und danket wie sie!
Stimmt freudig ihr Kinder, wer wollt’ sich nicht freu’n,
stimmt freudig zum Jubel der Engel mit ein!
7. Was geben wir Kinder, was schenken wir Dir,
du Bestes und Liebstes der Kinder, dafür?
Nichts willst Du von Schätzen und Freuden der Welt –
ein Herz nur voll Unschuld allein Dir gefällt.
8. So nimm unsre Herzen zum Opfer denn hin;
wir geben sie gerne mit fröhlichem Sinn –
und mache sie heilig und selig wie Dein’s,
und mach sie auf ewig mit Deinem nur Eins.
Gestiftet von Stadtrat Klaus Huber am 15. August 2018 anlässlich des 250. Geburtstags Christoph von Schmid
Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schmid
Born August 15, 1768, in Dinkelsbühl.
Died September 3, 1854, in Augsburg.
A priest and writer regarded as the most successful author of books for young people of his time. His best-known work is probably the Christmas carol
“Come, Little Children”
1. Come, little children, come, every one!
Come to the manger in Bethlehem’s stable,
and see what joy, on this
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2. Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schmid Marker
our Father in heaven brings us.
2. Look in the manger, in the stable at night;
see, by the little light’s shining beam,
the lovely boy, the heavenly child,
far more beautiful and charming than little angels.
3. There lies the little child on hay and straw;
Mary and Joseph look upon him with joy.
The faithful shepherds kneel before him in prayer;
high above, the choir of angels hovers, rejoicing.
4. Many a shepherd child joyfully brings
milk, butter and honey to Bethlehem,
a little basket of fruit shining crimson red,
a snow-white lamb crowned with flowers.
5. O pray: Dear, divine child,
how much you suffer for our sins!
Already here in the manger, poverty and hardship;
and there on the cross, even bitter death.
6. Like the shepherds, bend your knees in worship;
raise your hands and give thanks as they do!
Sing joyfully, children—who would not rejoice?
Join joyfully in the angels’ celebration!
7. What can we children give you in return,
what can we offer you, best and dearest of children?
You want none of the world’s treasures or pleasures;
only a heart full of innocence pleases you.
8. So accept
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3. Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schmid Marker
To the storyteller for young people, Christoph von Schmid, born August 15, 1768, died September 3, 1854.
we gladly give them with joyful spirits.
Make them holy and blessed like yours,
and make them forever one with your own.
Donated by City Councillor Klaus Huber on August 15, 2018, to mark the 250th anniversary of Christoph von Schmid’s birth.
Erected 2018 by City Councillor Klaus Huber.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical date for this entry is August 15, 1768.
Location. 49° 4.152′ N, 10° 19.176′ E. Marker is in Dinkelsbühl, Bayern (Bavaria), in Ansbach. It is in Altstadt. It is at the intersection of Marktplatz and Segringer Str., on the right when traveling west on Marktplatz. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Marktpl 1, Dinkelsbühl BY 91550, Germany. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in German Franconia and on the Romantic Road. Globally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Holy Roman Empire and also the
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4. Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schmid Marker
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Gustav Adolf von Schweden (within shouting distance of this marker); Stauferstele (within shouting distance of this marker); Schranne / Grain Market Hall (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Kläre Hamburger (about 120 meters away); Adolf Hamburger (about 120 meters away); Martha Hamburger (about 120 meters away); Heinz J. Ansbacher (about 150 meters away); Wörnitztor / Wörnitz Gate (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dinkelsbühl.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 8, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 7, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 9 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 8, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
