Taize has spawned a unique style of worship music that reflects the meditat… Read Full Bio ↴Taize has spawned a unique style of worship music that reflects the meditative nature of the community. Taize music emphasizes simple phrases, usually lines from Psalms or other pieces of the Bible, repeated and sometimes also sung in canon. The repetition is intended to aid meditation and prayer. More about the music and prayer of Taize can be found on the community's website.

The Kingdom of God
Taizé Lyrics

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The Kingdom of God is justice and peace,
and joy in the Holy Spirit!
Come, Lord, and open in us the gates of your Kingdom!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Taizé's The Kingdom of God beautifully express the essence of the Christian concept of the Kingdom of God. The opening line, "The Kingdom of God is justice and peace," reflects the idea that God's Kingdom is characterized by fairness and equity, where all people are treated equally and justly. The next line, "and joy in the Holy Spirit," emphasizes that God's Kingdom is also one of joy and happiness, where individuals are filled with the Holy Spirit and experience a sense of inner peace and contentment.

Line by Line Meaning

The Kingdom of God is justice and peace,
The reign of God is characterized by righteousness and harmony,

and joy in the Holy Spirit!
it brings about a sense of gladness and happiness that emanates from the Holy Spirit.

Come, Lord, and open in us the gates of your Kingdom!
Pray that God will empower and allow us into his eternal dominion,

Contributed by Leo W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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