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"Away in a Manger" traditional
(3/4 time . 4 bar intro)
Away in a Manger
No crib for a bed
The little Lord Jesus
Lay down his sweet head.
The stars in the bright sky,
Look down where he lay
The little Lord Jesus
Asleep on the hay.
(4 bar interlude)
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.
(4 bar interlude)
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.
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