There is no rose
St. Olaf Choirs And Orchestra Lyrics
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As is the rose that bare Jesu; Alleluia.
For in this rose containèd was Heav’n and earth in little space; Res miranda.
By that rose we may well see There be one God in persons three, Pares forma.
The angels sungen the shepherds to: 'Gloria in excelsis Deo': Gaudeamus.
Leave we all this worldly mirth
And follow we this joyful birth; Transeamus.
The song "There is no Rose" by St. Olaf Choirs and Orchestra is a beautiful, religious hymn that reflects on the significance of the rose that bore Jesus. The rose is considered to be of great virtue, representing both heaven and earth in one tiny space embodying the wonder of God. The song emphasizes the religious significance of the rose as it is the perfect symbol of the Holy Trinity - the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
The joyousness of the song is magnified as the angels sing "Gloria in excelsis Deo," and with that, it calls for people to leave behind their worldly pleasures and follow the path of righteousness, symbolized by the rose that bore Jesus. The last verse, "Transeamus," emphasizes the transience of life and the need to follow the path of joy and beauty that the birth of Jesus has illuminated. The song uses language that is both poetic and alluring while emphasizing the significance of the rose as a symbol of the Christian faith.
Line by Line Meaning
There is no rose of such virtue
No other rose possesses the same level of virtue
As is the rose that bare Jesu; Alleluia.
As the rose that bore Jesus; Alleluia.
For in this rose containèd was Heav’n and earth in little space; Res miranda.
Because this rose contained Heaven and earth within a small space; a wonderful thing.
By that rose we may well see There be one God in persons three, Pares forma.
Through that rose, we can recognize that there is one God in three persons, equal in form.
The angels sungen the shepherds to: 'Gloria in excelsis Deo': Gaudeamus.
The angels sang 'Glory to God in the highest' to the shepherds; let us rejoice.
Leave we all this worldly mirth
Let's abandon all earthly pleasures
And follow we this joyful birth; Transeamus.
And follow this joyful birth; let's go.
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Written by: Ben Parry
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