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Away In A Manger
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Aug 14, 2026 updated
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Highlands Worship's rendition of "Away in a Manger" is a gentle Christmas carol that tells the story of Jesus' birth in a humble manger. The lyrics describe the peaceful scene of the infant Jesus sleeping on hay, with stars and cattle nearby. The song also includes a personal prayer, asking Jesus to stay close, bless children, and prepare believers for heaven. It expresses simple love and devotion to Christ, blending the nativity narrative with a childlike trust and a desire for His presence.
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Away in a manger, no crib for a 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
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed
The little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head
The cattle are lowing, the Baby awakes
The little Lord Jesus, no crying He makes
I love You, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky
And stay by my side 'til morning is nigh
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed
The little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed
The little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head
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
Away in a manger, no crib for a 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 laid down His sweet head
I love You, I love You every day
I love You, I love You every day