The Garden
Michael McLean & Bryce Neubert Lyrics
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Early in the spring,
If you listen with your heart
You can hear it sing.
Hear the longings of the loneliest of souls,
Lost and afraid, far away from the fold.
In a garden on a hill,
He is nurturing with love.
Still, you must be aware
Of the taunting of the one who still believes
He can destroy every hope that he sees.
And the battle for allegiances isn′t won with guns or spears.
It's an ageless fight over what is right,
And the tool of war is fear.
In a garden on a hill,
Early in the spring,
If you listen with your heart,
You will hear it sing.
The song "The Garden" by Michael McLean and Bryce Neubert paints a vivid picture of a beautiful garden on a hill, a place of hope and renewal. The first stanza sets the tone, suggesting that if we listen with our hearts, we can hear the garden's song. The garden represents a place of healing, a sanctuary from the troubles of the world. But the song also acknowledges that sometimes the loneliest souls can feel lost and afraid, far away from the comfort of belonging to a community.
The second stanza reminds us that even in the garden's sanctuary, we must be aware of the forces that seek to destroy hope and joy. The tool of war is fear, and we must be wary of those who seek to undermine us. The battle for allegiances is ongoing, and it is not won with guns or spears. It is a struggle over what is right, a fight that has been waged throughout history.
Ultimately, the song returns to its message of hope. If we listen carefully, we can hear the garden singing. We can feel its power to uplift us and renew our spirits. The garden represents a place of peace, of healing, and of love.
Overall, "The Garden" is a powerful song that speaks to the human experience of seeking sanctuary and finding hope in the midst of difficulty. It reminds us that even in the face of darkness, we can find light, and that love and courage can overcome fear.
Line by Line Meaning
In a garden on a hill,
A peaceful place that's elevated and surrounded by nature.
Early in the spring,
The start of a new season where new life emerges.
If you listen with your heart
If you really pay attention and are in tune with your emotions.
You can hear it sing.
You can hear the beauty and joy in the world if you're open to it.
Hear the longings of the loneliest of souls,
Recognize the deep desires of those who feel alone and forgotten.
Lost and afraid, far away from the fold.
Feeling disconnected and fearful, far from a sense of belonging.
Someone seems to care;
A person is present who appears to be nurturing and compassionate.
He is nurturing with love.
This person is providing care and affection to those in need.
Still, you must be aware
However, it's important to stay alert and vigilant.
Of the taunting of the one who still believes
Be mindful of those who want to tear others down and believe they can succeed.
He can destroy every hope that he sees.
This individual is capable of crushing the aspirations of those around him.
And the battle for allegiances isn't won with guns or spears.
Winning people's loyalty and trust isn't achieved through force or violence.
It's an ageless fight over what is right,
Striving to uphold morals and principles is an eternal struggle.
And the tool of war is fear.
Instilling fear in others is a weapon used in this battle.
If you listen with your heart,
Once again, if you pay close attention to your emotions and surroundings.
You will hear it sing.
There is beauty and joy to be found in life if you're open to it.
Writer(s): Rollo Armstrong, Ayalah Deborah Bentovim
Contributed by Jacob E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kathycazeau4537
Hope comes from the One with many names, and He’s not forgotten yours.❤️
@videosdaigrejadejesuscrist8939
It's true, only can give us hope is Jesus
@ocdetails
This is the most brilliant thing ever made. There is no amount I wouldn't pay to see this performed. It's so powerful with just audio that I can't even imagine how amazing it would be to see it live. What a spiritual masterpiece!! I hope everybody involved in it is incredibly proud of what they have put together. The world would be a darker place without this album in it.
@StuartRTaylor
Brings back many sweet memories listening to this while growing up!🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
@yowalker5956
Back in 2005, we gathered a group of church ward members in Ufa, Russia and translated this into Russian, then got permissions from the authors to use the instrumentals to be able to stage it and perform in front of all members of LDS church in Ufa in Russian!
I played "The Gardener", such a great memory of this experience, totally missing it! ❤
@wingif1976
Oh man, if someone ever performs this beautiful work live again, I will 100% be there. I used to listen to this CD frequently at the turn of the century and here and there when I would come across it again. I still LOVE IT!!
@SageKasuto
My favorite religious musical/opera ever!
@kennethbird9038
I love this CD. It is one of my all time favorites. Thanks to all those who produced such a gem.
@markwangsgaard4792
This album is a powerful metaphor for the Savior and His Atonement. He has not forgotten you. Trust on. Have faith! He will not forsake you!
@maeganp5449
the man with many names(gardener): 44:20
Chorus: 47:24
who is this man?: 51:40
not my will: 54:50
the man with many names reprise: 1:02:50
epilouge: 1:05:50