African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal ‎#114

114. Away in a Manger

1 Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,
The little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head;
The stars in the bright sky looked down where He lay,
The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.

2 The cattle are lowing, the Baby awakes,
But little Lord Jesus, no crying He makes.
I love Thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky,
And stay by my cradle till morning is nigh.

3 Be near me, Lord Jesus; I ask Thee to stay
Close by me forever, and love me, I pray.
Bless all the dear children in Thy tender care,
And fit us for heaven to live with Thee there.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Away in a manger, no crib for a bed
• Title: Away in a Manger
• Author: Anonymous
• Meter: 11 11.11 11.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2011
• Scripture:
  Luke 2:8
• Topic: Jesus Christ: Advent and Nativity; Christmas; Jesus: Advent and Nativity

Tune Information

• Name: CRADLE SONG
• Composer: William J. Kirkpatrick, 1838-1921
• Meter: 11 11.11 11.
• Key: F Major or modal