Rape the World
Ofermod Lyrics
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where judgements are served, where the qliphoth thrive.
Unveil himself for his contradiction
to strangle the shells that keep their ungod alive
Concealed, until judgement calls, near the bride (of Microprosopus)
once again called to raise his head
upo the field where all forces are bound to collide
preparing her for the wedding, covering her with the
dead.
Raiskaa maailma, ylin Jumala
Maailman kärsimyksen kabbala
mustin surma vaalein vapahdus
Viiruksen kuolema, kuninkaan pelastus
Rape the world, clear the path of the kings
Great destroyer, devour these harlots of sin
Illumination! the order of Ashim sings
I am prepared for the anointment within
Yvarech cha Ehieh veyshim recha
Iear Ehieh panav vichuneka elecha
Iisa Ehieh panav elecha veyasem lecha Leviathan
Baruch ata Adonai, noten hashatan
Introibo in sephirah tuam
adorabo ad templum sanctum tuum
in timore tuo...
Propter inimicos meos
dirige in conspectu tuo viam meam
O serpent slithering back to the brightest chaos
Devour all obstacles, for where he is, I am
Divine circle, a blessing, a curse
kings crowned through sverity
withdrawal of the universe
to the bliss of samadhi's serenity
Pralaya....
Motionless Rest!
The song "Rape the World" by Ofermod is a dark and intense composition that seems to draw from both religious and philosophical themes to create a vivid and disturbing imagery. The lyrics speak of a protagonist who is "drawn into action" in a place where "judgements are served" and the "qliphoth thrive". This could refer to a realm beyond our own, perhaps even the underworld, where the forces of darkness reign supreme. The singer is called to action to "strangle the shells that keep their ungod alive", indicating a desire to undo the power of the opposing forces of the qliphoth.
The lyrics go on to speak of a presence that is concealed until "judgement calls", but who is then called to "raise his head" and prepare for a "wedding" by covering "her" with the dead. This wedding could be a metaphor for the union of opposing forces, such as good and evil, light and dark, or even life and death. The lyrics then turn to a command to "rape the world" and "clear the path of the kings", indicating a desire to create a new order by destroying the old.
Overall, the lyrics of "Rape the World" are surprisingly complex and layered, drawing on themes of darkness, philosophy, and religion to create a vivid and unsettling image of a world in chaos.
Line by Line Meaning
Once again he is drawn into action
He is compelled to act once more
where judgements are served, where the qliphoth thrive.
He goes where justice is dispensed and evil forces thrive
Unveil himself for his contradiction
Reveal his inconsistency
to strangle the shells that keep their ungod alive
To choke the physical forms that allow their monstrous gods to exist
Concealed, until judgement calls, near the bride (of Microprosopus)
Lurking in the shadows until the time is right, near the woman representing the divine world
once again called to raise his head
Summoned to raise his head once more
upo the field where all forces are bound to collide
At the battleground where all opposing forces are destined to clash
preparing her for the wedding, covering her with the dead.
Preparing the divine woman for marriage and covering her with the corpses of the fallen
Rape the world, clear the path of the kings
Destroy the world, remove the obstacles blocking the path to dominion
Great destroyer, devour these harlots of sin
Powerful entity of destruction, consume those who practice sin
Illumination! the order of Ashim sings
The order of Ashim sings of enlightenment
I am prepared for the anointment within
He is ready for the ritual of anointment
Yvarech cha Ehieh veyshim recha
Bless you, God, and watch over you
Iear Ehieh panav vichuneka elecha
God will show you favor and grant you peace
Iisa Ehieh panav elecha veyasem lecha Leviathan
God will bless you and protect you. He will give you the serpent, Leviathan.
Baruch ata Adonai, noten hashatan
Blessed are You, God, who gives the adversary.
Introibo in sephirah tuam
I will enter your sphere
adorabo ad templum sanctum tuum
I will worship at your holy temple
in timore tuo...
In your fear...
Propter inimicos meos
Because of my enemies
dirige in conspectu tuo viam meam
Lead me on my path in your presence
O serpent slithering back to the brightest chaos
Serpent returning to the chaos of creation
Devour all obstacles, for where he is, I am
Destroy all obstacles because where he is, the singer also exists
Divine circle, a blessing, a curse
Divine cycle, both a blessing and a curse
kings crowned through sverity
Kings crowned through severity
withdrawal of the universe
Retreat of the universe
to the bliss of samadhi's serenity
To the joy of samadhi's peacefulness
Pralaya....
Pralaya...
Motionless Rest!
Absolute stillness!
Contributed by Keira O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
M.W. W.M.
The break is very similar to the break in "In the Shadows of the Horns" of Darkthrone
Mikael Karlsson
I dont think so because he dont even like Darkthrone lol
csehszlovakze
pure awesomeness found here
nataschaAnja
His mother is of finnish origin, so he was probably brougt up bi-lingual.
Adham Sallam
Underrated Black Metal Band
László Hadnagy
@JVK1488 English, Finnish, Hebrew and Latin. "Propter inimicos meos, dirige in conspectu tuo viam meam" is Latin for "By means of my enemies, direct my way according to your sight"
DeathsHead14
It is a total mystery that Mika Hakola pronounces the finnish part quite well...
Mikael Karlsson
It is his mother tongue and 100% finn so it is not a mystery at all.
nataschaAnja
As mentioned in the liner-notes of the booklet this song is supposed to pay tribute to his influences.
Marcos Ricardo
This song remember me Mayhem's De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas, but way better. Does anyone knows the languag he sings? I'm sure it's not latim,