The project's most critically acclaimed release is The Work Which Transforms God, a concept album which - in spite of being mostly instrumental with none of the lyrics made public - is meant to challenge the listener's prejudices and preconceptions about reality, life and various metaphysical subjects. The Work Which Transforms God has been almost unanimously praised in reviews and was named by Terrorizer Magazine as its number one album of 2003.
Blut aus Nord have dissociated themselves from nationalism, proclaiming a kinship with "environmentalist black metal" bands such as Wolves in the Throne Room.
Major releases from Blut aus Nord include
- Ultima Thulée 1995 (melodic black metal)
- Memoria Vetusta I: Fathers of The Icy Age 1996 (melodic black metal)
- The Mystical Beast Of Rebellion 2001 (black metal)
- The Work Which Transforms God 2003 (Industrial/ambient/black metal)
- Thematic Emanation of Archetypal Multiplicity (EP) (industrial metal, ambient, electronic)
- Metamorphosis of Realistic Theories 2006 (industrial, black metal, avant-garde)
- Odinist - The Destruction of Reason by Illumination 2007 (black metal)
- Memoria Vetusta II: Dialogue With The Stars 2009 (avant-garde, melodic black metal)
- What Once Was... Liber I (EP) (black/death metal, avant-garde)
- 777 - Sect(s) 2011 (avant-garde, industrial, black metal)
- 777 - The Desanctification 2011 (avant-garde, industrial, black metal)
- What Once Was... Liber II 2012 (EP) (black/death metal, avant-garde)
- 777 - Cosmosophy 2012 (avant-garde, industrial metal)
- What Once Was... Liber III 2013 (EP) (black/death metal, avant-garde)
- Debemur Morti 2014 (EP) (industrial, black metal)
- Triunity 2014 (split with P.H.O.B.O.S.) (industrial, black metal)
- Memoria Vetusta III: Saturnian Poetry - 2014 (avant-garde, melodic black metal)
- Codex obscura nomina - 2016 (split with Ævangelist) (industrial, black metal)
- Deus salutis meæ - 2017 (industrial, black metal)
- Hallucinogen (avant-garde, melodic black metal, progressive metal)
Epitome XIV
Blut aus Nord Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
In the cradle of God they let themselves be reborn, to contemplate without keeping anything, to hope or to expect.
There was nothing left of these centuries that bent the body, extinguished the life, denied the pure existence and its principle.
Alone a profound echo answered the origins and magnified with each new breakthrough of the silence.
Time no longer pounding, nothing had been, nothing would ever be.
It's architecture of monumental fantasy, it is false comfort in of itself.
In a halo of brilliant darkness, they merged with the sublime moment, the Great Evil that all life awaits.
They saw their improvised work collapse on itself then serenely forgot it without wondering about what follows.
That which was is no longer, that which will be is not, and the chaos fell silent.
And the chaos fell silent.
The lyrics of "Epitome XIV" by Blut aus Nord describe a scene of spiritual awakening and transcendence. The song depicts a group of souls who have found themselves in a black Temple, where they are drawn to the shining lights and the lofty dome above them. Here they are able to let go of any expectations or desires and simply contemplate the beauty and mystery of existence.
Throughout the song, the lyrics describe a sense of release from past burdens and struggles. The souls are freed from the weight of centuries of suffering and denial, and are able to connect with something greater than themselves. The line "There was nothing left of these centuries that bent the body, extinguished the life, denied the pure existence and its principle" suggests a release from the constraints of time and a connection with eternity.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become more abstract, painting a picture of a world without time, space, or even chaos. The souls sink into a "supreme, delicious, alcove sanctuary of the immortals" where there is no past or future, only the present moment. The final line, "And the chaos fell silent," perhaps suggests a release from the endless cycles of creation and destruction, a quiet and serene state of being beyond all human comprehension.
Overall, "Epitome XIV" is a powerful meditation on the nature of transcendence and spiritual awakening. The lyrics evoke a sense of awe and wonder at the mystery of existence, and paint a vivid picture of a world beyond time, space, and suffering.
Line by Line Meaning
In a glittering halo of lights defying reason, the magnificent dome of a black Temple looms over souls.
The imposing black Temple dominates the souls, with its impressive structure lit up in silvery lights, that seem to defy logic and leave one's senses in awe.
In the cradle of God they let themselves be reborn, to contemplate without keeping anything, to hope or to expect.
People who have come to the Temple seeking solace, try to let go of their attachment to worldly possessions and look for inner peace, without expecting anything in return.
There was nothing left of these centuries that bent the body, extinguished the life, denied the pure existence and its principle.
Centuries of hardship have taken its toll on humanity and there is nothing left of their pure existence that has not been marred by misery and suffering.
Alone a profound echo answered the origins and magnified with each new breakthrough of the silence.
The only reply that the people seem to hear is the deep echoing sound that resonates in the silence, with each new outburst getting louder and deeper.
Time no longer pounding, nothing had been, nothing would ever be.
Time has stood still and there is no more forward momentum as there is no hope for progress or achievement in the future.
It's architecture of monumental fantasy, it is false comfort in of itself.
The architectural marvel of the Temple may seem like a figment of imagination but it is not a source of real comfort or solace.
In a halo of brilliant darkness, they merged with the sublime moment, the Great Evil that all life awaits.
The people who come to the Temple merge into the moment with great anticipation and fear of the unknown darkness that awaits them all.
They saw their improvised work collapse on itself then serenely forgot it without wondering about what follows.
People who had tried to create something meaningful in their lives, saw those efforts fail and accepted it without worrying about what would come next.
They sank within the ephemeral, supreme, delicious, alcove sanctuary of the immortals.
In this moment, people feel comfortable in the temporary but delightful sanctuary, that is like the abode of gods, and allows them to let go of their mortal worries.
That which was is no longer, that which will be is not, and the chaos fell silent.
Everything that used to be is gone, and there is no certainty about what's to come. The chaotic world has fallen silent in its disorder and confusion.
And the chaos fell silent.
The world around them came to a standstill, and everything went quiet as the chaos subsided.
Contributed by Taylor B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@johndoe7270
I discovered this song because someone used it in a custom Doom level. I wish I would have found them before then! I can't believe this is 10 years old.
@doomstuff1
Was it Eviternity Map 32? That's how I found this band.
@johndoe7270
@Doom Stuff yep.
@hebonky7495
@@johndoe7270 Love this song, but man fuck Anagnorisis...
@Squattingtiger9
Such emotion in this music, I doubt even my own friends, family, wife and children would understand why I appreciate this kind of music. At the same time, I'm glad it's not popular or mainstream.
@TheGreatBenderina
I can't stop listening to this album. It's a beautiful obsession.
@mariovarela6193
For years, jajaja
@IMN602
Black metal is now the only remaining TRUE metal scene because no other genres has grown as much as BM , they just left Every thing else in the DUST
@baneofthemillenium
black metal now has progressed.. this is in a league of its own.. not just this but this band as a whole!
@Drumsnelson93
this.. this masterpiece... this had to have come from a different dimension.