For Unto Us A Child
Cathedral Choir And Orchestra Lyrics
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Unto us a son is given
A son is given
Unto us a son is given
A son is given (unto us, unto us, a son is given, a son is given)
And the government
Shall be upon His shoulder (and the government shall be upon His shoulder)
And the government
And His name
Shall be call Him
Wonderful
Counselor
The Mighty God
The Everlasting Father
The Prince of Peace
These lyrics are from the song "For Unto Us A Child" by the Cathedral Choir And Orchestra. The song draws inspiration from biblical text, particularly Isaiah 9:6, which prophesies the birth of Jesus Christ and describes the attributes and role he will possess.
The first line, "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given," signifies the significance of Jesus's birth and the gift of salvation for humanity. It emphasizes that this child, who is born to mankind, is also a son given by God. The repetition of "a son is given" reinforces the importance of this message.
The following lines, "And the government shall be upon His shoulder," suggests that Jesus will have authority and responsibility over the governing powers of the world. This can be interpreted as a portrayal of Jesus as the ultimate ruler and king.
The subsequent lines highlight the various names or titles that will be attributed to Jesus: "Wonderful Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace." These names describe the divine qualities and attributes of Jesus. He is referred to as a counselor who brings wisdom and guidance, as the mighty God who holds immense power, as the everlasting father who symbolizes his eternal nature, and as the prince of peace to bring harmony and serenity.
Overall, these lyrics celebrate the birth of Jesus and his significant role in bringing salvation, hope, and peace to the world.
Line by Line Meaning
For unto us a child is born
A child has been brought into this world specifically for us
Unto us a son is given
A son has been given to us
A son is given
A gift of a son has been given
Unto us a son is given
A son has been given to us
A son is given
A gift of a son has been given
And the government shall be upon His shoulder
He will bear the responsibility of governing
And the government shall be upon His shoulder
He will carry the weight of governing
And His name shall be called Wonderful
He will be known as extraordinary
Counselor
Someone who provides wise advice and guidance
The Mighty God
The all-powerful deity
The Everlasting Father
The eternal caretaker and protector
The Prince of Peace
The ruler who brings harmony and tranquility
Lyrics © HAL LEONARD LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SMITH
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Classical Guitar Eterna
Sublime! Uplifting! Heavenly excellence! Thank you for the posting! Blessings upon blessings!
lise champagne
A masterpiece. I have chills. Praise God.
Terry Cox
lise champagne the Holy Spirit
gwalaus
Thank you, Dr Westbury for posting this lovely performance. Nice even, unrushed tempo. Always liked Andrew Lumsden; fine and thoughtful performances.
William Ripley
Most beautiful.Perfect balance of voices.I don't believe I have ever heard the tenor parts so well done.
David Tinker
Congratulations to all in Winchester Cathedral choir at that time - truly, truly sublime.
Marie B.
Que de travail avant d'en arriver à cette maîtrise ! Sublime interprétation !
john uhr-henry
A great part from Handel`s Messiah. Very nice performance of this great piece.
Vincent Ardizzone
Bravo! Well done. The angels smile upon you.
William Ripley
I do not recall a more beautiful interpretation of this classic;the phrasing is by far the best I have ever heard.