Agnus Dei
Joel Engle Lyrics


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Alleluia Alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns

Alleluia Alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns

Alleluia
Holy Holy
Are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb

For You are holy holy
Are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
You are holy

Alleluia
Alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns

Alleluia Alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns

Alleluia
Holy Holy
Are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb

For You are Holy, holy
Are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb, yes
Worthy is the Lamb, yes
Worthy is the Lamb

You are
Holy Holy
Are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
You are holy




You are holy
You are holy

Overall Meaning

The song "Agnus Dei" is a declaration of praise to God. The opening lines, "Alleluia Alleluia, For the Lord God Almighty reigns" set the tone for the rest of the song. There is a sense of reverence and awe for God, who is powerful and reigns over all things. The repetition of "Alleluia" reinforces this idea, emphasizing that the Lord is the one being praised. The next verse, "Holy Holy, Are You Lord God Almighty, Worthy is the Lamb," describes God's holiness and he is seen as worthy of our worship. The Lamb symbolizes Jesus and his sacrifice, which made it possible for us to have a relationship with God. The last section repeats the same words, "You are holy," emphasizing that God alone is worthy of our praise and honor.


Line by Line Meaning

Alleluia Alleluia
Praise and gratitude to God be expressed repeatedly


For the Lord God Almighty reigns
God, the all-powerful ruler, is in control


Holy Holy
Praising the purity and perfection of God


Are You Lord God Almighty
Acknowledging God's omnipotence and authority


Worthy is the Lamb
Recognizing that Jesus, symbolized as a sacrificial lamb, is deserving of praise and honor


For You are holy holy
Reiterating the holiness of God


Yes You are Lord
Affirming God's lordship and sovereignty


Worthy is the Lamb, yes
Again expressing that Jesus, the Lamb, is deserving of glory and honor


You are Holy, holy
Emphasizing the absolute holiness of God




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