Author: Anonymous; John T. McFarland, 1851-1913 Hymnal: Worship (3rd ed.) #378 (1986) Meter: 11.11.11.11 First Line: Away in a manger, no crib for a bed Lyrics: 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 you, Lord Jesus! look down from the sky,
And stay by my cradle till morning is nigh.
3 Be near me, Lord Jesus! I ask you to stay
Close by me forever, and love me, I pray.
Bless all the dear children in your tender care,
And fit us for heaven, to live with you there. Topics: Christmas; Christmas; Christmas Season; Children's Hymns Scripture: Luke 2:7 Languages: English Tune Title: CRADLE SONG
Away in a Manger