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Six Pearls
Heather Dale Lyrics
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Who never denies an embrace
One pearl for the skill that the whole hall is toasting
Accomplishments gone without trace
One pearl like the moon lies eclipsed by her sunlight
Still warm even burdened with care
For one who would carry the needs of the people
One pearl for the strength of the bear
One pearl for the valor of one who steps forward
When all others feel it’s too much
To show by example what it means to be noble
One pearl for her labors of love
The song "Six Pearls" by Heather Dale is a tribute to six remarkable women who each possess a unique quality that makes them stand out. The song begins by praising a lady who has a loving heart and always embraces others. She is a symbol of kindness and compassion. The second pearl is for a woman who has accomplished great things but remains humble and unassuming. Her achievements may go unnoticed, but she is celebrated by those who know her.
The third pearl is like the moon, overshadowed by the sun, which represents a woman who takes on the burden of caring for others without receiving recognition or praise. The fourth pearl symbolizes a woman who is strong like a bear and carries the weight of the people's needs on her shoulders. She is a beacon of strength and resilience. The fifth pearl is for a woman who shows courage and leadership by stepping forward when others are too afraid to act. She is an inspiration to others to stand up for what they believe in. Lastly, the sixth pearl is for a woman who labors with love and devotion, dedicating herself to a meaningful cause that benefits others.
The song is a beautiful tribute to women who embody admirable qualities such as kindness, humility, strength, resilience, courage, leadership, and love. "Six Pearls" celebrates the extraordinary women who often go unnoticed but are pillars of strength and inspiration to those who know them.
Line by Line Meaning
One pearl for a lady with heart wide and loving
A pearl is awarded to a woman with a kind heart full of love, never refusing to embrace
One pearl for the skill that the whole hall is toasting
Another pearl is awarded for skills that are praised by the entire hall for their accomplishment, despite being unrecognized
One pearl like the moon lies eclipsed by her sunlight
A pearl is compared to the moon that is obscured by the brightness of the sun, yet it remains warm even under heavy burden
For one who would carry the needs of the people
The pearl is dedicated to someone who is willing to support the requirements of society
One pearl for the strength of the bear
A pearl is granted for the strength, determination, and resilience of a bear
One pearl for the valor of one who steps forward
A pearl is given for the courage of someone who moves forward when everyone else backs down
To show by example what it means to be noble
They set an example of nobleness, and hence another pearl is awarded to them
One pearl for her labors of love
A final pearl is granted to someone for their dedicated labors of love
Contributed by Avery D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.