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Jul 7, 2026 1 min

Away in the Manger

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"Away in the Manger" is one of the most cherished Christmas carols ever written, depicting the birth of Jesus in a humble stable with no crib to rest in — only a bed of hay. Through three gentle verses, the carol moves from the stillness of that holy night, where cattle low and stars look down, to a tender personal prayer asking Jesus to stay close, bless children, and one day bring them to heaven. The mood is soft, reverent, and deeply intimate. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ririro-com-poetry--6577576/support.

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