


Author: John T. McFarland, 1851-1913 Meter: 11.11.11.11 Appears in 561 hymnals First Line: Away in a manger, no crib for a bed Lyrics: 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. Topics: The Liturgical Year Christmas (Days of) Used With Tune: CRADLE SONG Text Sources: Vs. 1-2: Little Children's Book for Schools and Families, ca. 1885; Vs. 3: Gabriel's Vineyard Songs, 1892, alt.
Away in a Manger