The Oslo Gospel Choir is conducted by Tore Aas, who compose most of the songs. The group's repertoire also includes traditional American gospel songs.
The people singing in the choir comes from various churches in Oslo. Apart from giving performances in Norway we are making a name for ourselves internationally. We have made a fair number of television appearances. The choir's goal is always the same: to preach the Gospel through music. Our style of music could be compared to black American gospel music. According to Tore Aas the music genre "will never be out of fashion. With its impulsive, dynamic and lively style we can easily compare it to classical music's timelessness. This style of music appeals to many people all over the world".
Agnus Dei
Oslo Gospel Choir Lyrics
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som bærer verdens synder
miskunne deg over oss
du guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
miskunne deg over oss
du guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
Du guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
miskunne deg over oss
du Guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
miskunne deg over oss
du Guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
gi oss din fred
Du guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
miskunne deg over oss
du Guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
miskunne deg over oss
du Guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
gi oss din fred
Du Guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
miskunne deg over
Du Guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
miskunne deg over oss
du Guds lam
som bærer verdens synder
gi oss din fred
gi oss din fred
gi oss din fred
AMEN!
The lyrics of "Agnus Dei" by Oslo Gospel Choir are a humble plea to Jesus Christ, referred to here as "Guds lam" or "God's lamb," who bears the sins of the world with compassion and mercy. The repetition of the primary phrase "miskunne deg over oss" or "have mercy on us" creates a sense of desperation and urgency, while the repetition of the lines about Christ bearing the world's sins emphasizes the depth of his sacrifice. The final line, "gi oss din fred" or "give us your peace," is a hopeful plea for comfort and calm in the turmoil of life.
The song draws heavily from Christian imagery and doctrine, particularly the idea of the sacrificial lamb in the New Testament. The use of repetition and the choir's emotional delivery create a sense of community and shared experience, as though the singers and listeners alike are seeking comfort and salvation from a powerful and benevolent God. Overall, "Agnus Dei" is a powerful expression of faith and a reminder of the transformative power of Christ's mercy.
Line by Line Meaning
Du guds lam
Oh lamb of God, who represents purity and innocence
som bærer verdens synder
carrying the weight and sins of the world
miskunne deg over oss
we pray that you have mercy on us
du Guds lam
Oh lamb of God
gi oss din fred
grant us your peace and make us whole
gi oss din fred
grant us your peace and make us whole
gi oss din fred
grant us your peace and make us whole
AMEN!
So be it
Writer(s): Francis Jean Marcel Poulenc Copyright: G. Schirmer Inc. O/B/o Chester Music Ltd.
Contributed by Max R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Paulus29.12
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Es berührt meine Seele und mein Herz ❤️ ❤❤
@EdwardTachie-Menson
God bless you Anders Mogensen. I just have nostalgic memories of this particular song on the album Oslo Gospel Choir "A Live Experience". I still have the VHS.