The Celebration Hymnal ‎#261

261. 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
• Author (st. 3): John Thomas McFarland
• Meter: 11.11.11.11.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1997
• Topic: Christ: Birth
• Source: Unknown, sts. 1-2

Tune Information

• Name: CRADLE SONG
• Composer: William J. Kirkpatrick
• Meter: 11.11.11.11.
• Key: F Major