Hymns for a Pilgrim People ‎#132

132. Away in a Manger

1 Away in a manger, no crib for His bed,
The little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head.
The stars in the 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 the sky,
And stay by my cradle till morning is nigh.

3 Be near me, Lord Jesus; I ask You to stay
Close by me forever, 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 His bed
• Title: Away in a Manger
• Author (sts. 1-2): Anonymous
• Author (st. 3): John T. McFarland, 1851-1913
• Meter: 11.11.11.11
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2007
• Scripture:
  Luke 2:7
• Topic: Christmas; Jesus Christ

Tune Information

• Name: AWAY IN A MANGER
• Composer: Anonymous
• Meter: 11.11.11.11
• Key: F Major