Worthy Is the Lamb
Glasgow Festival Chorus And Orchestra Lyrics
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to God by His blood, to receive power, and riches, and wisdom,
and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.
Blessing and honour, glory, and pow'r, be unto Him that sitteth
upon the throne, and unto the Lamb, for ever and ever.
Amen.
The lyrics to the Glasgow Festival Chorus and Orchestra's song "Worthy Is The Lamb" are a powerful statement of the redemption and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The opening line, "Worthy is the Lamb that was slain," speaks directly to the crucifixion of Jesus, conveying the idea that his sacrifice was significant and valuable. The line "and hath redeemed us to God by His blood" reinforces this idea, suggesting that Jesus' death allowed for the salvation of humanity.
The following lines, "to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing," speak to the ways in which Jesus' sacrifice and salvation provide rewards and blessings for those who believe in him. These rewards are both spiritual and material, suggesting that the benefits of following Christ are significant and all-encompassing.
The final lines of the song, "Blessing and honour, glory, and pow'r, be unto Him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb, for ever and ever. Amen," reinforce the idea that Jesus' sacrifice and redemption are foundational to the faith of Christianity. The song is a moving tribute to the power of Christ's sacrifice, and a powerful statement of the hope and blessings that come from following him.
Line by Line Meaning
Worthy is the Lamb that was slain, and hath redeemed us
The Lamb who was killed is deserving of honor because he rescued us from sin.
to God by His blood, to receive power, and riches, and wisdom,
Through the Lamb's sacrifice, we gain access to God and all of His blessings, such as strength, wealth, and knowledge.
and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.
The Lamb's sacrifice also grants us physical and moral strength, as well as recognition and good fortune.
Blessing and honour, glory, and pow'r, be unto Him that sitteth
Let us praise and honor the one who is seated on the throne and in control of all things.
upon the throne, and unto the Lamb, for ever and ever.
We should also show perpetual respect and admiration towards the Lamb, who shares the throne with God.
Amen.
May it be so, let our worship and adoration never cease.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Sir Thomas Beecham, George Frideric Handel, Sir Eugène Goossens
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