Away In A Manger

By: Martin Luther

Scripture Reference: Luke 2:1-7, Matthew 1:18-23, Isaiah 9:6-7

Tempo: Medium

Direction

Vertical - Human to God

Type

Petition
Proclamation

Sub-Type

Prayer

Keywords

Jesus
Manger
Stars

Season

Christmas

Style

Hymn

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,
the little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head;
the stars in the heavens looked down where He lay,
the little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.

[Verse 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.

[Verse 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.