Baby so lovely and pure Lord of the heaven and earth Laid in a manger to rest Dreaming in slumber blessed Sleep while the chorus above us is swelling And legions are telling good tidings of joy Sleep while the angels sing carols so sweet Child in a manger, sleep. Born as the shepherds abide Keeping their flocks in the night Laid in a manger to rest Cradled in tenderness Sleep while they haste through the darkness to find thee And kneel down beside thee in wonder and awe Sleep while the angels watch over their sheep Child in a manger, sleep. Born of the mercy of God Gift of His infinite love Laid in a manger to rest Sleep, Son of Holiness Sleep while the starlight around us is falling And angels are calling, “Come worship the King!” Sleep while the Father enfolds us in peace Child in a manger, sleep.