The Church Hymnal ‎#643

643. 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 close by my side
Until morning is night.

3 Be near me, Lord Jesus:
I ask Thee to stay
Close by me for ever,
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
• Ascribed to: Martin Luther
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1920
• Topic: Youth and School Life: Younger Children

Tune Information

• Name: MANGER
• Composer: W. J. Kirkpatrick
• Meter: 6.5.6.5. D.
• Key: F Major or modal