Child In The Manger
Year: 1888
Written By: Mary MacDonald
'Child In The
Manger' is a Scot Gaelic hymn, called 'Leanabh an Aigh', that was
written by Mary MacDonald (a noted whiskey smuggler) early in the
19th century. It was translated into English and
published by Lachlan Macbean in 1888. The tune of the song appeared
in the Cat Stevens hit from 1971 'Morning Has Broken' but there was
no semblance of the lyrics that were attached to the original
carol. A more faithful rendition came via Michael W. Smith who
released it as part of a medley with 'Away In A Manger' for his
1998 'Christmastime' album.
Child In The Manger Lyrics
Child in the manger, infant of Mary,
Outcast and Stranger, Lord of us all,
Child Who inherits all our transgressions,
All our demerits upon Him fall.
Once the most holy Child of salvation
Gently and lowly lived here below.
Now as our glorious mighty Redeemer,
See Him victorious over each foe.
Prophets foretold Him, Infant of wonder;
Angels behold Him on His throne.
Worthy our Savior of all our praises;
Happy forever are His own.
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