Popular Christmas Carols in Spanish
Away in a Manger / Jesus en Pesebre
As Christmas time approaches in Guatemala, you will hear many popular Christmas carols in Spanish in schools, at the mall, and as you're driving or walking among the shops. Below you'll find the lyrics to Away in a Manger in Spanish (or Noche de Paz) and you can watch a video of Away in a Manger being sung in Spanish, as well.
This is a popular Christmas carol that used to be known as one of the works of Martin Luther. However, no proof has ever been found to link Luther with the song. It originates in the 1880s and first appeared in 1885. Up to this day, the lyricist remains a mystery with a lot of leads but no definite answer. Part of the song has been seen in Gabriel's Vineyard Songs; thus, it has also been linked to him. It appears that Gabriel gave the credits to Luther to give it more popularity and recognition. Dr. John McFarland has also been speculated to contribute to the lyrics, but no real proof as well. There are also a lot of names who are said to be responsible for the song's tune. William J. Kirkpatrick was among the major contributors to the song's lovely melody.
Lyrics to Away in a Manger in Spanish
Jesús en pesebre,
Sin cuna, nació;
Su tierna cabeza
En heno durmió.
Los astros, brillando,
Prestaban su luz
Al niño dormido,
Pequeño Jesús.
Los bueyes bramaron
Y Él despertó,
Mas Cristo fue bueno
Y nunca lloró.
Te amo, oh Cristo,
Y mírame, sí,
Aquí en mi cuna,
Pensando en ti.
Te pido, Jesús,
Que me guardes a mí,
Amándome siempre,
Como te amo a ti.
A todos los niños
Da tu bendición,
Y haznos más dignos
De tu gran mansión.
Lyrics to Away in a Manger in English
Away in a manger,
No crib for His bed
The little Lord Jesus
Laid down His sweet head.
The stars in the sky
Looked down where He lay
The little Lord Jesus
Asleep on the hay.
The cattle are lowing
The poor Baby wakes,
But little Lord Jesus
No crying He makes.
I love Thee, Lord Jesus,
Look down from the sky,
And stay by my side,
'Til morning is nigh.
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
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