by Martin Luther (1483-1546)
Last line of every verse, as well as verse 4, written by Brett Baggett
VERSE 1
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed
The little Lord Jesus lay down His sweet head
The stars in the sky looked down where He lay
The little Lord Jesus asleep in the hay
This Baby will take our sin away
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 take us to heaven to live with Thee there
This Baby will take our sin away
VERSE 4
So small yet a Savior from God’s holy side
Does this child even know that He’s come here to die?
Our sins and our burdens He’ll take them away
And show us His glory in heaven someday
This Baby will take our sin away