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Away In A Manger
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Sep 1, 2026 updated
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JJ Heller's rendition of the classic carol 'Away in a Manger' gently retells the nativity story, painting a peaceful scene of the infant Jesus resting in a humble manger while the stars and cattle look on. The song then shifts to a childlike prayer, asking Jesus to stay near, bless all children, and lead them to heaven. It captures the tenderness of Christmas and the comfort of Jesus' presence, making it a beloved lullaby that has been sung for generations.
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Away in a manger
No crib for His bed
The little Lord Jesus
Lay down His sweet head
The stars in the sky
Look down where He lay
The little Lord Jesus
Asleep on the hay
The cattle are lowing
The poor 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