Away in a Manger

Martin Luther • English

Primary Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Verse 1

Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, the little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head; the stars in the heavens looked down where He lay, the little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.

Verse 2

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.

Verse 3

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.

Scripture References

Reference 1

matthew 1:23

Reference 2

matthew 2:9

Reference 3

matthew 18:14

Reference 4

matthew 19:13-15

Reference 5

matthew 28:20

Reference 6

mark 10:13-16

Reference 7

luke 2:1-20

Reference 8

luke 8:23

Reference 9

luke 18:15-17

Reference 10

colossians 1:12