Away in a Manger

William J. Kirkpatrick

Away in a manger, no crib for his 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.

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.

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.

Trivia about the song Away in a Manger by Mahalia Jackson

When was the song “Away in a Manger” released by Mahalia Jackson?
The song Away in a Manger was released in 1962, on the album “Christmas With Mahalia Jackson”.
Who composed the song “Away in a Manger” by Mahalia Jackson?
The song “Away in a Manger” by Mahalia Jackson was composed by William J. Kirkpatrick.

Most popular songs of Mahalia Jackson

Other artists of Gospel