Children's Hymnal ‎#175

175. 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 sky looked down where he lay,
The little Lord Jesus, asleep on the hay.

2 The cattle are lowing, the poor baby wakes,
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.

Text Information

• First Line: Away in a manger, no crib for his bed
• Title: Away in a Manger
• Author: Martin Luther
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1957
• Topic: Songs Suitable for Nursery; Songs Suitable for Kindergarten; Songs Suitable for Primary; Songs Suitable for Juniors; Jesus' Birth; Christmas

Tune Information

• Name: [Away in a manger, no crib for a bed]
• Composer: Carl Muller
• Key: F Major