Away In A Manger Lyrics & Guitar Chords

The Christmas carol “Away in a Manger” is about the humble birth of Jesus Christ. The lyrics describe the baby Jesus lying in a manger, with the stars looking down on him and the cattle lowing nearby. The song expresses the joy and wonder of the Christmas story and the simplicity and humility of Jesus’ birth.

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Away in a manger, no crib for a bed                                                      
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The little Lord Jesus lay down his sweet head.
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The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay,
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The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.
 
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The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes,
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But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.
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I love Thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky
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And stay by my cradle til morning is nigh.
 
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Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay
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Close by me forever, and love me, I pray
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Bless all the dear children in thy tender care,
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And take us to heaven, to live with Thee there.

Away In A Manger Lyrics

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 in the hay.

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 cradle ’til morning is nigh.

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 take us to heaven, to live with Thee there.

Away In A Manger Details

The song’s first stanza tells us that Jesus was born in a manger, which was a feeding trough for animals. This was a humble place for the Son of God to be born, but it is a reminder of his love for all people, regardless of their social status.

The second stanza tells us that the stars looked down on Jesus as he lay in the manger. This is a reminder of the angels who announced Jesus’ birth to the shepherds and the prophecy that a star would appear to guide people to him.

The third stanza tells us that the cattle lay nearby. This is a reminder of the animals present at Jesus’ birth and their role in providing warmth and comfort to the newborn child.

The fourth stanza is a prayer to Jesus, asking him to stay close and to love us. This is a reminder of the importance of Jesus in our lives and our need for his love and protection.

The fifth stanza is a blessing for all children, asking Jesus to take them to heaven. This is a reminder of heaven’s hope and promise and our desire to be with Jesus forever.

“Away in a Manger” is a beautiful and moving song that captures the essence of the Christmas story. It is a reminder of the humble birth of Jesus Christ and his love for all people. The song is a cherished part of the Christmas tradition, and people of all ages enjoy it.