Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,\nThe little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head.\nThe stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay,\nThe little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.\n2. Be near me, Lord Jesus; I ask thee to stay\nClose by me for ever, and love me, I pray!\nBless all the dear children in thy tender care,\nAnd fit us for haven, to live with thee there.\n3. Then shepherds, be joyful, salute your liege king\nLet hills and dales ring to the song that ye sing\nBlest be the hour welcome born\nFor Christ our dear Saviour on earth now is born.\n4. The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes,\nBut little Lord Jesus no crying he makes,\n51\nI love thee Lord Jesus! Look down from the sky\nAnd stay by my side until morning is nigh.