Peace Like a River
The Mormon Tabernacle Choir is a large choir of The Church of Jesus Christ … Read Full Bio ↴The Mormon Tabernacle Choir is a large choir of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the Mormons). Since July 15, 1929, the choir has performed a weekly radio broadcast called Music and the Spoken Word which is the longest-running continuous network broadcast in the world. The show has been televised since the early 1960s and is now broadcast worldwide through some 1,500 radio, television, and cable stations.

The Mormon Tabernacle Choir is made up of some 360 men and women, all of whom are volunteers. There are many husband-wife combinations and many families have participated in the choir for generations. Choir members are currently limited to twenty years of participation, allowing new members to join the choir on a regular basis.

The choir was founded in August 1847, one month after the Mormon Pioneers entered the Salt Lake Valley. The choir is completely self-funded, traveling and producing albums to support their organization. Choir members are not paid for their participation or performances.

Although the choir has traditionally been recognized for its sound quality, the most recent director, Craig Jessop, a student of Robert Shaw, has made changes designed to improve the overall quality of the choir. Jessop's efforts to add vitality to the choir's sound include the formation of The Orchestra at Temple Square, the 2005 addition of The Bells on Temple Square (a hand bell choir), and continual refinement of the choir's tone, enunciation, and repetoire. The minimum age for participation has been reduced from 30 to 25. In addition, new choir members participate in The Temple Square Chorale training choir, a combination music theory/performance school led by associate director and composer/arranger Mack Wilberg.

Peace Like a River
Mormon Tabernacle Choir Lyrics


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I've got peace like a river,
I've got peace like a river,
I've got peace like a river in my soul.

I've got peace like a river,
I've got peace like a river,
I've got peace like a river in my soul.
I've got faith like a river,
I've got faith like a river,
I've got faith like a river in my soul.

I've got faith like a river,
I've got faith like a river,
I've got faith like a river in my soul.

I've got hope like a river,
I've got hope like a river,
I've got hope like a river in my soul.

I've got hope like a river,
I've got hope like a river,
I've got hope like a river in my soul.

I've got love like a river,
I've got love like a river,
I've got the love like a river in my soul.

I've got the love like a river,
I've got the love like a river,
I've got love like a river in my soul.

I've got faith like a river,
I've got hope like a river,
I've got love like a river in my soul.

My soul.





Peace in my soul.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Mormon Tabernacle Choir's song "Peace Like a River" portray a sense of inner peace and spirituality that the singer has found within themselves. The repetition of the phrase "I've got" in each line emphasizes the personal and individual nature of the peace, faith, hope, and love that they feel - it is not something that can be given or taken away by others, but is a deeply ingrained aspect of their being.


The imagery of a river is also powerful in the song, representing a constant flow and movement that mirrors the singer's own spiritual journey. Rivers are also powerful symbols in many religions, representing purification, renewal, and the passage of time. Overall, the song is an uplifting and inspiring ode to the power of spirituality and inner peace.



Line by Line Meaning

I've got peace like a river,
I am deeply serene and undisturbed like a river, transcending over my worries and fears.


I've got peace like a river in my soul.
This peace exists within the core of my being, in my soul, and is steadfast and secure.


I've got faith like a river,
My faith runs deep and consistent like a river, and flows through my thoughts and actions.


I've got faith like a river in my soul.
This faith is embedded in my soul and is the very foundation of my being.


I've got hope like a river,
Similarly, I have enduring hope that is never-ending, just like the unbroken flow of a river.


I've got hope like a river in my soul.
This unwavering hope resides in the deepest part of my being, providing courage and determination.


I've got love like a river,
I am filled with a love that is ever-flowing and never-ending, just like the unyielding movement of a river.


I've got love like a river in my soul.
This unconditional love is essential to my being, residing in the depths of my soul and guiding my actions.


I've got faith like a river,
My faith is a constant and reliable force, much like the continuous movement of a river.


I've got hope like a river,
My hope will never falter or fail, much like the steadfast and unceasing nature of a river's flow.


I've got love like a river in my soul.
This love is a never-ending source of comfort and guidance, a part of my very soul.


My soul.
All of these virtues and feelings are not simply external, but are an integral part of my soul, guiding my being and providing me with direction.


Peace in my soul.
The peace, faith, hope, and love in my soul provide me with an unshakable sense of serenity and security.




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Lyrics:
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I've got peace like a river in my soul.

I've got peace like a river,
I've got peace like a river,
I've got peace like a river in my soul.

I've got faith like a river,
I've got faith like a river,
I've got faith like a river in my soul.

I've got faith like a river,
I've got faith like a river,
I've got faith like a river in my soul.

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I've got hope like a river in my soul.

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I've got hope like a river in my soul.

I've got love like a river,
I've got love like a river,
I've got the love like a river in my soul.

I've got the love like a river,
I've got the love like a river,
I've got love like a river in my soul.

I've got faith like a river,
I've got hope like a river,
I've got love like a river in my soul.

My soul.

Peace in my soul.



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Lyrics

I've got peace like a river,
I've got peace like a river,
I've got peace like a river in my soul.

I've got peace ...

I've got faith like a river,
I've got faith like a river,
I've got faith like a river in my soul.

I've got faith ...

I've got hope like a river,
I've got hope like a river,
I've got hope like a river in my soul.

I've got hope ...

I've got love like a river,
I've got love like a river,
I've got the love like a river in my soul.

I've got the love ...

I've got faith like a river,
I've got hope like a river,
I've got love like a river in my soul.

My soul.

Peace in my soul.



All comments from YouTube:

David Flowers

Although not of the Mormon faith I have been reborn and try hard to live for my Savior Jesus Christ. I have been listening daily to the Mormon Tabernacle music on You Tube and I believe there is not a song that this choir can not sing and make it sound beautiful. Great job!

Donald Joyner

I hope you will investigate the LDS Church and see if we have something to offer you. It was the real beginning of life for me. It answers "Who am I?" Where did I come from?" and "Why am I here?" . It recognizes that Jesus Christ is the only name under heaven whereby we may be saved. I know it is true. Sincerely, Linda Joyner

StarLegends

Coool! I love it too

Latter-day Saint pud

Great that you have a belief in Jesus Christ - you're off to a great start even with that. May He bless you on your journey. He loves you.

Michael Walsh

The Tabernacle Choir has ever been the benchmark, the gold standard for beautiful music. Bellissimo!

Karissa K

I love listening to this song in times of hardship. I'm facing a lot of unknowns right now, but I have the peace of God to hold me safe.

jamiete75

This song has always brought so much comfort to me...my heart was nearly broken 3 years ago, at the passing of my Mother, my-son in law, a brother and then a son...all within 6 months time. Music has always calmed my spirit...this song in particular, was a balm of Giliad. THANK YOU~

Melchezedek rivas

Me gusta escuchar estas ondas de inspiración para el Ser que habita en mi en nuestro Tabernáculo.

Trevon Morris

This was a favorite "Negro Spiritual" when I used to go to High School in Jamaica now it is Spiritual and not for any class of people but a universal spiritual experience. Wherever I have heard it, I feel the same spirit flowing through me. As I bask in the feeling of goose bumps, my faith is renewed knowing that quick pleasures are nothing but the pleasures of God are beyond understanding. May we be so blessed to never forget that we are all brothers under the sun. Why then do we not care for our fellowmen. I embrace my Father in Heaven as the Supreme Ruler of all the eternities and one day I will be in his presence. Amen...

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