The Sacrament
Him/Him & Her Lyrics
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I feel your touch so close and real
And I know my church is not of silver and gold
Its glory lies beyond judgment of souls
The commandments are of consolation and warmth
You know our sacred dream won't fail
The sacrament of love
The sacrament of warmth is true
The sacrament is you
I hear you weep so far from here
I taste your tears like you're next to me
And I know my weak prayers are not enough to heal
The ancient wounds so deep and so dear
The revelation is of hatred and fear
The lyrics of Him/Him & Her's song "The Sacrament" represent a deep love and spiritual connection between two individuals who are separated physically but united emotionally and spiritually. The opening lines create a profound sense of intimacy and closeness despite the physical distance between them. The singer can hear his partner's breathing and feel their touch as if they were right beside him. These words illustrate the idea that love has no bounds and can transcend physical distances.
The next verse speaks of the church as being more than just a material structure made of silver and gold. Instead, the glory of the church lies in its ability to offer comfort and solace to those who seek it. The commandments of the church are not meant to condemn or judge but to provide warmth and support to those who follow them. This idea of spirituality being more about love and acceptance rather than judgement and condemnation is a common theme in many religions.
The chorus of the song speaks of love as being a sacred sacrament that cannot fail. The word "sacrament" has a profound spiritual connotation in many religious traditions, referring to a sacred ritual or act that bestows divine grace upon the participants. In the context of the song, love is presented as a spiritual practice that brings warmth and comfort to both partners.
Line by Line Meaning
I hear you breathe so far from here
Even though you are far away, I still feel your presence and am aware that you exist.
I feel your touch so close and real
Despite the distance between us, I can still sense your touch and feel as though you are near me.
And I know my church is not of silver and gold
I understand that my faith and beliefs are not based on material wealth or possessions.
Its glory lies beyond judgment of souls
The true value and honor of my beliefs are unquantifiable and cannot be judged by human standards.
The commandments are of consolation and warmth
The principles and guidelines I follow provide comfort and a sense of security, like a warm embrace.
You know our sacred dream won't fail
We have a shared goal that we believe in and know will ultimately be successful.
The sanctuary tender and so frail
Our safe haven is vulnerable and delicate, but we cherish it nonetheless.
The sacrament of love
The expression and embodiment of our love is sacred and holy.
The sacrament of warmth is true
The affection and comfort we give each other is genuine and authentic.
The sacrament is you
You are the embodiment of our love and the source of our comfort and happiness.
I hear you weep so far from here
Even though we are separated, I can sense your pain and sorrow.
I taste your tears like you're next to me
It feels as though I am experiencing your tears and emotions as if we are together.
And I know my weak prayers are not enough to heal
I understand that my prayers alone may not be enough to alleviate your pain.
The ancient wounds so deep and so dear
The emotional scars you bear are old and significant to you.
The revelation is of hatred and fear
The realization of these wounds stems from negative emotions like hate and fear.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ville Hermanni Valo
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