Abwoon
Lisa Gerrard & Patrick Cassidy Lyrics
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Nethqadash shmakh
Teytey malkuthakh
Nehwey tzevyanach aykanna d′bwahmaya aph b'arha
Hawvlan lachma disunqanan yaomana
Washboqlan khaubayn aykana daph khan shbwoqan l′khayyabayn
Wela tahlan l'nesyuna ela patzan min bisha
Metol dilakhie malkutha wahayla wateshbukhta l'ahlam almin
The lyrics to Lisa Gerrard and Patrick Cassidy's song Abwoon are derived from the Lord's Prayer in Aramaic, which was spoken by Jesus Christ. The song serves as a prayer for unity and peace, with the message conveyed through the lyrics being one of seeking spirituality and recognizing the divine within oneself.
The first few lines of the song "Abwoon d, bwahmaya, Nethqadash shmakh, Teytey malkuthakh" translate to "Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come." The next line "Nehwey tzevyanach aykanna d′bwahmaya aph b'arha" roughly means "Let your will be done on earth as it is in heaven." Overall, these lines highlight the importance of recognizing the divine within us and striving for spiritual alignment.
The lyrics also touch on the themes of forgiveness and redemption, with lines such as "Wela tahlan l'nesyuna ela patzan min bisha" which translate to "Forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us." The song ultimately serves as a reminder to seek inner peace and unity with one's surroundings.
Line by Line Meaning
Abwoom d, bwahmaya
We address the divine force that is present everywhere around us
Nethqadash shmakh
We honor and sanctify your holy name
Teytey malkuthakh
Your kingdom is powerful and everlasting
Nehwey tzevyanach aykanna d′bwahmaya aph b'arha
We follow your will and guidance, which leads us towards inner peace and enlightenment
Hawvlan lachma disunqanan yaomana
We seek sustenance for our bodies and souls
Washboqlan khaubayn aykana daph khan shbwoqan l′khayyabayn
Purify us from our sins and help us to walk the path of righteousness
Wela tahlan l'nesyuna ela patzan min bisha
Protect us from the snares and temptations of the evil one
Metol dilakhie malkutha wahayla wateshbukhta l'ahlam almin
Your power and glory is beyond measure and will exist forever in all worlds
Ameyn
So be it
Writer(s): Lisa Gerrard
Contributed by Jonathan B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.