Hymns for Today's Church (2nd ed.) ‎#72

72. 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 you, Lord Jesus — look down from on high
and stay by my side until morning is nigh.

3 Be near me, Lord Jesus; I ask you to stay
close by me for ever and love me, I pray;
Bless all the dear children in your tender care;
and fit us for heaven to live with you there.

Text Information

• First Line: Away in a manger, no crib for a bed
• Author (verses 1, 2): unknown (19th century)
• Author (verse 3): J. T. McFarland (1906 c.)
• Meter: 11 11 11 11
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1987
• Topic: God, Saviour: Born (Christmas Seasonal); Christmas 1: The Incarnation

Tune Information

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