Text:Away in a Manger
Tune:MUELLER
Composer:James R. Murray

257. 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 side until 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 a bed
Title: Away in a Manger
Meter: 11.11.11.11
Publication Date: 2020
Scripture:
Topic: Incarnation
Source: stanza 1–2 anon., Little Children’s Book (USA), 1885; stanza 3 Vineyard Songs, 1892
Tune Information
Name: MUELLER
Composer: James R. Murray
Meter: 11.11.11.11
Key: F Major
Source: Dainty Songs for Little Lads and Lasses, 1887
Notes: Alternate tune: CRADLE SONG (#510)



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