Away In a Manger
Robert Way Orchestra And Chorus Lyrics
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No-o crib for a bed
The-e little Lord Jesus
Lai-aid down his sweet head
The stars in the-e bright sky
Loo-ooked down where he lay
The-e little Lord Jesus
A-asleep on the hay
The cattle are-are lowing
The-e baby awakes
Bu-ut little Lord Jesus
No-o crying he makes
I love thee, Lor-ord Jesus!
Loo-ook down from the sky
A-and stay by my side
Unti-il morning is nigh
Be near me Lo-ord Jesus
I-I ask thee to stay
Clo-ose by me forever
A-and love me I pray
Bless all the dear-ear children
I-in thy te-ender care-are
And fit us for heaven
To-oo live wi-ith thee-ee there
The song "Away In A Manger" is a Christmas carol that has been popular for many years. The lyrics describe the birth of Jesus and his humble beginnings. The first verse speaks about how Jesus was laid down to sleep in a manger, as there was no crib available. The stars in the sky shone down on him, making the scene even more peaceful. The second verse talks about how the cattle were lowing, an indication that the baby had awakened. However, even though he was a baby, he did not cry. The child was the Lord Jesus, and he was the epitome of peace and calmness. The third verse asks the Lord Jesus to be near and stay forever. The singer wants to be loved and blessed by Jesus and wants him to take care of all dear children.
The carol is not only about the birth of Jesus. It's also about the joy and wonder of Christmas. The lyrics convey a sense of awe and wonder which can be found in the Nativity story. This sense of awe reflects the powerful emotional response that people feel when they are moved by God's presence. The words help people to connect with the deeper meaning of Christmas and remember the hope that Jesus brings to everyone.
Line by Line Meaning
Away in a-a manger
Far away, in a manger a humble feeding trough for animals
No-o crib for a bed
He did not have a crib to lay in, no bed to rest in
The-e little Lord Jesus
The small Son of God, Jesus, a pure innocent child
Lai-aid down his sweet head
He rested his head, with a gentle, peaceful demeanor
The stars in the-e bright sky
The glimmering stars up in the bright blue sky
Loo-ooked down where he lay
That they shone upon the spot where this baby lay
The-e little Lord Jesus
The small Son of God, Jesus, a pure innocent child
A-asleep on the hay
The small child lay down on the hay, sleeping soundly
The cattle are-are lowing
The cows are making low sounds of hunger, and restlessness
The-e baby awakes
The young child wakes up, possibly due to the hungry cows
Bu-ut little Lord Jesus
However, the child, the son of God, remained calm
No-o crying he makes
He did not cry, he did not raise his voice out of fear or anger
I love thee, Lor-ord Jesus!
I adore you, my Lord Jesus Christ!
Loo-ook down from the sky
Please gaze down upon me from the heavens above
A-and stay by my side
Remain close to me, stay beside me always
Unti-il morning is nigh
Until the morning finally arrives and the night departs
Be near me Lo-ord Jesus
Please come close to me, my Lord Jesus
I-I ask thee to stay
I humbly request that you remain by my side
Clo-ose by me forever
Stay near me always, never leave me
A-and love me I pray
Please continue to love me, always
Bless all the dear-ear children
Extend your blessings to all children, including me
I-in thy te-ender care-are
Please take care of them, and send your love and guidance
And fit us for heaven
Prepare us for heaven, to be worthy to join in paradise
To-oo live wi-ith thee-ee there
So we can all reside and live with you in heaven
Lyrics © K - M MUSIC INC , Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EVAN JOLLY
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