Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring
JoshGroban Lyrics
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Holy wisdom, love most bright
Drawn by Thee, our souls aspiring
Soar to uncreated light
Word of God, our flesh that fashioned
With the fire of life impassioned
Striving still to truth unknown
Soaring, dying 'round thy throne
The lyrics of Josh Groban's song "Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring" are based on a hymn by Johann Sebastian Bach. The song is a celebration of Jesus and his holy wisdom and love which enlighten and inspire our souls to reach for the uncreated light. The first verse of the hymn praises Jesus for being the source of joy in the hearts of all humankind. The term "man's desiring" refers to the natural human desire for peace, love, and happiness which can only be found in Jesus.
The second verse explores the idea that Jesus is the word of God who came to earth in human form. He was able to create life and is passionate about following the truth of God's plan for humanity. The final line of the verse "soaring, dying 'round thy throne" is an allusion to the idea of living a life so dedicated to Jesus that you are willing to die for him. The song invites listeners to join in this sense of awe and wonder at the power and love of Jesus.
Line by Line Meaning
Jesu, joy of man's desiring
Jesus, the source of mankind's longings that give happiness
Holy wisdom, love most bright
The holy wisdom and brightest love
Drawn by Thee, our souls aspiring
Guided by Jesus, our souls long for something more
Soar to uncreated light
Rise to reach the heavenly light that has existed since the beginning of time
Word of God, our flesh that fashioned
Jesus, who was both God and human, created our physical bodies
With the fire of life impassioned
With the energy and passion of life itself
Striving still to truth unknown
Despite not knowing the truth, we still strive to find it
Soaring, dying 'round thy throne
We rise and fall in worship around Jesus' throne in heaven
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: BRUCE MILLER, JASON MILLER, JOHANN BACH
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@michaelernieliquigan4340
1. Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
Holy wisdom, love most bright
2. Drawn by Thee our souls aspiring
Soar to uncreated light
3. Word of God, our flesh that fashioned.
With the fire of life impassioned.
Striving still to truth unknown
Soaring, dying round Thy throne
4. Through the way where hope is guiding,
Hark, what peaceful music rings.
5. Where the flock in Thee confiding,
Drink of joy from deathless springs.
6. Theirs is beauty’s fairest pleasure,
Theirs is wisdom’s holiest treasure.
Thou dost ever lead Thine own,
In the love of joys unknown.
@stacy889
A "Balm of Gilead" for the soul. Thank you, Josh, for all your hard work and your everlasting kindness towards others. I wish there were some way to bless your life the way your music has blessed mine.
@bethbordeaux4030
Oh me too, the hours of soaking up his music, enjoying it doesn’t even touch it, I wish I could tell him how much his music and that incredible voice of his has touched my life
@charlesblack4657
Imagine when we get to Heaven and hear the music there.
@michaelernieliquigan4340
1. Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
Holy wisdom, love most bright
2. Drawn by Thee our souls aspiring
Soar to uncreated light
3. Word of God, our flesh that fashioned.
With the fire of life impassioned.
Striving still to truth unknown
Soaring, dying round Thy throne
4. Through the way where hope is guiding,
Hark, what peaceful music rings.
5. Where the flock in Thee confiding,
Drink of joy from deathless springs.
6. Theirs is beauty’s fairest pleasure,
Theirs is wisdom’s holiest treasure.
Thou dost ever lead Thine own,
In the love of joys unknown.
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@adamszpak1905
Thank you 🕊
@lolao.o.8285
❤
@janet661
My heart is exploding on this beautiful Thanksgiving day! God bless you and yours everyone!!!
@kiskumen2
It's always a good time to listen to Josh Groban's mastery of lyrical signing... I've followed him since early 2004 and he just improves ever since