Text:Away in a Manger
Author (st. 3):John T. McFarland, 1851-1913
Author (sts. 1, 2):Anonymous
Tune:CRADLE SONG
Composer:William J. Kirkpatrick, 1838-1921

203. 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 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 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 bead
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: 2011
Scripture:
Topic: Children's Hymns; Christmas; Heaven (3 more...)
Tune Information
Name: CRADLE SONG
Composer: William J. Kirkpatrick, 1838-1921
Meter: 11 11 11 11
Key: F Major or modal



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