Agnus Dei
Keith Lancaster & the Acappella Company Lyrics
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Alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns
Alleluia
Alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns
Holy
Holy are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
You are holy
Holy are you Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
Amen
The lyrics to Keith Lancaster & the Acappella Company's song "Agnus Dei" are simple and powerful, repeating the phrases "Alleluia" and "Worthy is the Lamb" in praise of God who reigns as Lord God Almighty. The use of the word "Agnus Dei" (Latin for "Lamb of God") in the title and the repeated phrase "Worthy is the Lamb" reflects the Christian understanding of Christ as the ultimate sacrificial lamb who was sacrificed for the salvation of humanity. The opening lines of "For the Lord God Almighty reigns" further emphasize the majesty and power attributed to God in Christian theology. The hymn then shifts to a focus on the holiness of God, with the repetition of "Holy are You Lord God Almighty" before returning to the phrase "Worthy is the Lamb" as a continued expression of praise.
Overall, the lyrics to "Agnus Dei" are a declaration of faith and worship. The use of simple and repetitive phrases emphasizes the importance of these central Christian beliefs, offering them up as a constant source of praise and thanksgiving.
Line by Line Meaning
Alleluia
Praise and exaltation to God
Alleluia
Praise and exaltation to God
For the Lord God Almighty reigns
God is the ruler of all with supreme power and control
Alleluia
Praise and exaltation to God
Alleluia
Praise and exaltation to God
Holy
Perfect and pure
Holy are You Lord God Almighty
You are completely pure, perfect, and whole
Worthy is the Lamb
Jesus, the Lamb of God, is deserving of honor and praise
Worthy is the Lamb
Jesus, the Lamb of God, is deserving of honor and praise
You are holy
You, God, are completely pure, perfect, and whole
Holy are you Lord God Almighty
You are completely pure, perfect, and whole
Worthy is the Lamb
Jesus, the Lamb of God, is deserving of honor and praise
Worthy is the Lamb
Jesus, the Lamb of God, is deserving of honor and praise
Amen
So be it, may it be true
Writer(s): Michael W. Smith
Contributed by Adrian C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kenf490713
Inspirational! A beautiful hymn of praise sung as God instructs.
@judydickie9729
So encouraging Joy must be rejuvenated God will this lesson is motivating and scripture is teaching “count it all JOY”
@blindvision4703
Please pray for my family and me. My grandfather just passed away around midnight.
@blindvision4703
Great worship song glorifying our Lord and King, the Lamb who was slain for our sins and lives forevermore! Amen.
@siphosemane4667
Great harmony ❤
@miguelmacias4041
Hello, I congratulate you on an excellent choral arrangement. I'm curious. Is this sung by humans or is it software?