Tono: C
Introducción:
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1. Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,
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the little Lord Jesus laid 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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2. 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 bedside till morning is nigh.
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3. 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 fit us for heaven, to live with Thee there.