Sanctus
Monks And Choir Boys Of Downside Abbey Lyrics
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May the martyrs receive you and lead you to the holy city of Jerusalem.
May the ranks of angels receive you,
And with Lazarus, once a poor man, may you have eternal rest.
The song "Sanctus" by the Monks and Choirboys of Downside Abbey has a deeply spiritual and symbolic meaning. The lyrics that say "May angels lead you into paradise" speak of the hope that, upon death, the individual will be welcomed by the angels into the life after. The imagery of being led by the angels is a symbol of guidance and protection that we all hope to have in the afterlife. The arrival of the person into paradise is greeted, according to the song with open arms by the martyrs, who lead the person towards the holy city of Jerusalem where we will achieve eternal life.
Furthermore, the lyrics "May the ranks of angels receive you, and with Lazarus, once a poor man, may you have eternal rest" convey the message that, in death, the individual is not alone, but rather is being received by the ranks of angels who will take care of them eternally. Lazarus, who once was a poor man, is a symbol of the hope for a brighter and better life with eternal rest. Overall, the lyrics of the song "Sanctus" are an expression of faith and hope in a higher power and the afterlife.
Line by Line Meaning
May angels lead you into paradise; upon your arrival,
May heaven be your eternal dwelling place and may the angels welcome you when you reach the gates.
May the martyrs receive you and lead you to the holy city of Jerusalem.
May the saints who gave their lives for their faith guide you to the holy city of Jerusalem, the ultimate destination of all believers.
May the ranks of angels receive you,
May the glorious hosts of heaven receive you into their midst with open and loving arms.
And with Lazarus, once a poor man, may you have eternal rest.
May you find eternal peace and rest in the kingdom of God, where even the humblest souls like Lazarus are exalted.
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