Through Heaven's Eyes
Hans Zimmer Lyrics


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A single thread in a tapestry

though its color brightly shines

can never see its purpose

in the pattern of the grand design
and the stone that sits up on the very top

of the mountain's mighty face

does it think that it's more important

than the stones that forms the base

So how can you see what your life is worth

or where your value lies

ohhhh, you can never see through the eyes of man

you must look at your life

look at your life through heaven's eyes

lai-la-lai...through heaven's eyes(2X)

A lake of gold in the desert sand

is less than a cool fresh spring

and to one lost sheep, a shepard boy

is greater than the richest king

should a man lose everything he owns

has he truly lost his worth

or is it the beginning

of a new and brighter birth

So how do you measure the worth of a man

in wealth or strength or size

in how much he gained or how much he gave

the answer will come to ya

to look at his life through heaven's eyes

lai-la-lai...through heaven's eyes(2X)

and that's why we share all we have with you

though there's little to be found

when all you've got is nothing

there's lots to go around

No life can escape being blown about

by the winds of change and chance

and though you never know all the steps

you must learn to join the dance

you must learn to join the dance





lai-la-lai...through heaven's eyes(repeat until fade)

Overall Meaning

The song "Through Heaven's Eyes" by Hans Zimmer is one of the most inspiring songs, the first verse begins with the statement "A single thread in a tapestry, though its color brightly shines, can never see its purpose in the pattern of the grand design." The thread, in this context, represents an individual; while they may seem insignificant from their viewpoint, their life contributes to a broader pattern that they cannot see. The song's message is reflective of the larger meaning of life, which may be greater than we comprehend, with different shapes and patterns that we have yet to see.


The second verse addresses the worth of a man, based on his wealth, strength, or size. These are all things that depreciate over time, as the song states, "when all you've got is nothing, there's lots to go around." The song's message is to look at life through "heaven's eyes," not to measure it through the standards of the world.


The final verses talk about the importance of being present and learning to join the dance, even if we don't know all the steps. All people will experience change and chance; we must be ready for it to experience life to the fullest. The song's final message is one of unity and hope, emphasizing that people should focus not on what they don't have, but on what they can share with others.


Line by Line Meaning

A single thread in a tapestry
Though small, every individual plays a significant part in the grand scheme of things.


Though its color brightly shines
Each unique individual contributes to the beauty and diversity of the world.


Can never see its purpose
It's difficult for individuals to understand the big picture of their role in the world.


In the pattern of the grand design
Every person is one small piece of a larger design that might be beyond human understanding.


And the stone that sits up on the very top of the mountain's mighty face
People who are celebrated for their achievements or status might forget that they are just one part of a larger community.


Does it think that it's more important than the stones that forms the base
Individuals in positions of power should not forget that they rely on others for support and should value every part of their community equally.


So how can you see what your life is worth or where your value lies
It can be hard to determine an individual's worth or value in the world.


Ohhhh, you can never see through the eyes of man
Human perspective might not provide the clearest understanding of an individual's value.


You must look at your life look at your life through heaven's eyes
To understand one's true value, one must look beyond human perspective and seek spiritual or moral guidance.


A lake of gold in the desert sand is less than a cool fresh spring
Material wealth is less important than basic necessities that keep individuals alive.


And to one lost sheep, a shepard boy is greater than the richest king
One person's need can be more important than the achievements or status of another.


Should a man lose everything he owns has he truly lost his worth
An individual's worth should not be based on material possessions or status.


Or is it the beginning of a new and brighter birth
Losing material possessions can present new opportunities for growth and discovery.


So how do you measure the worth of a man in wealth or strength or size
The true value of an individual should not be measured based on physical or material attributes.


In how much he gained or how much he gave
An individual's worth should be determined by their contribution to the world and how they treat others.


The answer will come to ya to look at his life through heaven's eyes
The best way to understand the value of an individual is to take a spiritual or moral perspective on their life.


And that's why we share all we have with you
It's important to support and care for others regardless of their wealth or status.


Though there's little to be found
Even people with little material possessions can make a difference in the world.


When all you've got is nothing
People with little wealth do not have to feel powerless or useless.


There's lots to go around
The world is full of people and resources that can support each other.


No life can escape being blown about by the winds of change and chance
Life is unpredictable and can change suddenly or unexpectedly.


And though you never know all the steps, you must learn to join the dance
Even when individuals don't know what the future holds, they should continue to take action and contribute positively to the world.




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Written by: STEPHEN SCHWARTZ

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@jonathansand5117

For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?

Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

 But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:

 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.

What is purpose of gaining the material. It means nothing. God may bless you with things but to give back everything you can and see god use it to save lives and teach. That's worth more than anything. Ask God what you can do. Pray about it. Seek guidance and search for him. Life may not be easy but as his word promises you won't go without what you need. Joseph job and paul are a few examples.



@gabbaptista6590

A single thread in a tapestry
Though its color brightly shine
Can never see its purpose
In the pattern of the grand design

And the stone that sits on the very top
Of the mountain's mighty face

Does it think it's more important
Than the stones that form the base?

So how can you see what your life is worth
Or where your value lies?
You can never see through the eyes of man
You must look at your life
Look at your life through heaven's eyes
Lai-la-lai

A lake of gold in the desert sand
Is less than a cool fresh spring
And to one lost sheep, a shepherd boy

Is greater than the richest king
If a man lose ev'rything he owns
Has he truly lost his worth?
Or is it the beginning
Of a new and brighter birth?

So how do you measure the worth of a man
In wealth or strength or size?
In how much he gained or how much he gave?
The answer will come
The answer will come to him who tries
To look at his life through heaven's eyes

And that's why we share all we have with you
Though there's little to be found
When all you've got is nothing
There's a lot to go around

No life can escape being blown about
By the winds of change and chance

And though you never know all the steps
You must learn to join the dance
You must learn to join the dance

Lai-la-lai

So how do you judge what a man is worth?

By what he builds or buys?

You can never see with your eyes on earth
Look through heaven's eyes
Look at your life
Look at your life
Look at your life through heaven's eyes!



@sidneylominy7331

(lyrics)
Jethro:A single thread in a tapestry
Though it’s color brightly shine
Can never see its purpose
In the pattern of the grand design
And the stone that sits on the very top
Of the mountain’s mighty face
Than the stones that forms the base?

So how can you see what your life is worth
Or where your value lies?
You can never see through the eyes of man
You must look at your life
Look at your life through Heaven’s eyes

Choir:Ai-lai-lai
Lai-le-lai-lai
Ai-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai
Lai-le-lai-lai
Lai-le-lai-lai

Ai-lai-lai
Lai-le-lai-lai
Ai-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai
Lai-le-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai

Jethro and choir:Lai-le-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai
Lai-le-lai-lai

Jethro:A lake of gold in the desert sand
Is less than a cool fresh spring
And to one lost sheep a shepherd boy
Is greater than richest king
If a man lose everything he owns
Has he truly lost his worth?
Or is it the beginning
Of a new and brighter birth?

So how do you measure the worth of a man?
In wealth or strength or size?
In how much he gained or how much he gave?
The answer will come
The answer will come to him who tries
To look at His life through Heaven’s eyes

And that’s why we share all we have with you
Though there’s little to be found
When all you’ve got is nothing
There’s a lot to go around
No life can escape being blown about
By the winds of change and chance
And though you never know all the steps
You must learn to join the dance
You must learn to join the dance

Jethro and choir:Ai-lai-lai
Lai-le-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai-lai-lai

Lai-le-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai
Lai-le-lai-lai
Lai-lai-lai-lai

Jethro:So how do you judge what a man is worth?
By what he builds or buys?

Jethro and choir:You can never see with your eyes on Earth
Look through Heaven’s eyes
Look at your life, look at your life
Look at your life through Heaven’s eyes



All comments from YouTube:

@andrewhoward2477

Moses: I have done nothing in my life worth honoring.

Jethro: I’m about to start this man’s whole career.

@italieuh9983

Andrew Howard Oop

@skeezerthegamer115

Yes 😲

@skeezerthegamer115

What you just said was so inspiring

@KWCline91

Wow! You just turned a negative into a positive.

@m.h.1593

Jethro is Moses’ hype man haha

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@alking7655

For such a joyful song, where Jethro sings the line "When all you've got is nothing, there's a lot to go around" always makes me tear up.

@fleurpeffer5212

It makes me laugh

He just says it in a joking way

@moni7803

Fleur Peffer weirdo

@temi9602

@@moni7803 in a sense everyone is weird

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