All Creatures of Our God and King
Northland Camp Singers and Orchestra Lyrics
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lift up your voice and with us sing
alleluia, alleluia!
Thou burning sun with golden beam,
thou silver moon with softer gleam,
O praise him, O praise him,
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
ye clouds that sail in heav'n along,
O praise him, alleluia!
Thou rising morn, in praise rejoice,
ye lights of evening, find a voice,
O praise him, O praise him,
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
Thou flowing water, pure and clear,
make music for thy Lord to hear,
alleluia, alleluia!
Thou fire so masterful and bright,
that givest man both warmth and light,
O praise him, O praise him,
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
And all ye men of tender heart,
forgiving others, take your part,
O sing ye, alleluia!
Ye who long pain and sorrow bear,
praise God and on him cast your care,
O praise him, O praise him,
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
Let all things their Creator bless,
and worship him in humbleness,
O praise him, alleluia!
Praise, praise the Father, praise the Son,
and praise the Spirit, three in one,
O praise him, O praise him,
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
The lyrics of "All Creatures of Our God and King" celebrate and give praise to the various elements of creation, acknowledging their beauty and their purpose in praising God. The song begins by addressing all creatures and calling them to lift their voices in praise, with the repeated refrain of "alleluia, alleluia" emphasizing the joyous and thankful spirit of the song.
The first verse specifically mentions the sun and the moon, praising the sun for its golden beams and the moon for its softer gleam. This highlights the majesty and splendor of these celestial bodies and encourages them to join in praising God.
The second verse turns to the natural elements, urging the rushing wind and the clouds that sail in the heavens to praise God. The rising morning and the lights of evening are also called to rejoice and give voice to God's glory. This verse emphasizes the harmony and beauty found in the natural world, and how they too can participate in offering praise.
The third verse shifts focus to the elements of water and fire. The flowing water is described as pure and clear, symbolizing its ability to cleanse and purify, and is called to make music for the Lord to hear. The fire is portrayed as masterful and bright, providing warmth and light to humanity. Both elements are praised for their role in sustaining and benefiting creation.
The final verse addresses all people, calling upon those with tender hearts to forgive others and sing praises. Those who bear pain and sorrow are encouraged to praise God and cast their cares upon Him. This verse emphasizes the inclusiveness of praising God, regardless of one's circumstances, and highlights the importance of finding solace and comfort in God's presence.
The concluding lines of the song urge all things in creation to bless and worship their Creator in humility. The trinity is also acknowledged, as the Father, Son, and Spirit are praised as one. The repeated refrain of "alleluia, alleluia" reinforces the overall message of the song, inviting all in creation to join in exalting and glorifying God.
Line by Line Meaning
All creatures of our God and King,
Every living being created by our God and King
lift up your voice and with us sing
raise your voice and join us in singing
alleluia, alleluia!
praise and worship our God with joyful acclamations
Thou burning sun with golden beam,
You, radiant sun with your golden rays
thou silver moon with softer gleam,
You, gentle moon with your softer light
O praise him, O praise him,
Oh, give Him praise and adoration
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
praise and worship Him with joyful acclamations
Thou rushing wind that art so strong,
You, mighty and powerful rushing wind
ye clouds that sail in heav'n along,
you clouds that gracefully move across the sky
O praise him, alleluia!
Oh, give Him praise and adoration
Thou rising morn, in praise rejoice,
You, morning that brings forth new beginnings, be filled with joyous praise
ye lights of evening, find a voice,
you evening lights, let your voices be heard
Thou flowing water, pure and clear,
You, flowing water that is pure and transparent
make music for thy Lord to hear,
create melodies for your Lord to listen to
alleluia, alleluia!
praise and worship Him with joyful acclamations
Thou fire so masterful and bright,
You, powerful and radiant fire
that givest man both warmth and light,
which provides mankind with both warmth and illumination
O praise him, O praise him,
Oh, give Him praise and adoration
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
praise and worship Him with joyful acclamations
And all ye men of tender heart,
And every person with a compassionate heart
forgiving others, take your part,
forgive others and do your share
O sing ye, alleluia!
Oh, sing out with joyous acclamations!
Ye who long pain and sorrow bear,
You who endure prolonged pain and sorrow
praise God and on him cast your care,
offer praise to God and trust Him with your burdens
O praise him, O praise him,
Oh, give Him praise and adoration
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
praise and worship Him with joyful acclamations
Let all things their Creator bless,
May all things show their gratitude to their Creator
and worship him in humbleness,
and worship Him with humility
O praise him, alleluia!
Oh, give Him praise and adoration
Praise, praise the Father, praise the Son,
Completely extol the Father, praise the Son
and praise the Spirit, three in one,
and praise the Holy Spirit, the three as one
O praise him, O praise him,
Oh, give Him praise and adoration
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
praise and worship Him with joyful acclamations
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: TRAD, Derric Johnson
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