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205. Away in a Manger (Kirkpatrick)

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 (Kirkpatrick)
Author (vs. 3): John Thomas McFarland, 1851-1913
Author: Anonymous (1885)
Meter: 11.11.11.11.
Language: English
Publication Date: 2003
Scripture: ; ; ; ; ;
Copyright: Public Domain
Tune Information
Name: CRADLE SONG
Composer: William J. Kirkpatrick, 1838-1921
Meter: 11.11.11.11.
Key: F Major
Copyright: Public Domain



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