Author:Francis Baker (fl. 1616)
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The earliest English manuscript of "O Mother Dear, Jerusalem", dating from the 16th century, is titled "A Song made by F. B. P.". Some scholars believe this to stand for "Francis Baker, Priest". The hymn itself is a translation of the anonymous Latin hymn "Mater Hierusalem, civitas sancta Dei".
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Some or all works by this author were published before January 1, 1929, and are in the public domain worldwide because the author died at least 100 years ago. Translations or editions published later may be copyrighted. Posthumous works may be copyrighted based on how long they have been published in certain countries and areas.
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