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Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,
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The little Lord Jesus, lay 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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The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes;
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But little Lord Jesus, no crying he makes.
G G C G
I love thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky,
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And stay by my bedside, till morning is nigh.
Verse:
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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