The New English Hymnal ‎#22

22. Away in a manger, no crib for a bed

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 bedside till morning is nigh.

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, no crib for a bed
• Author: Anonymous
• Meter: 11 11 11 11
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1986
• Topic: The Christian Year: Christmas
• Source: Philadelphia 1883

Tune Information

• Name: CRADLE SONG
• Composer: W. J. Kirkpatrick, 1838-1921
• Meter: 11 11 11 11
• Key: F Major