Know Jah Today
The Abyssinians Lyrics


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Know Jah today and not tomorrow
Know Jah today and there'll be no sorrow
Tomorrow will be too late
And you'll be knockin' on the gate
So don't, don't let this chance pass you by
You don't, don't know what lies ahead

Tomorrow will be too late
And you'll be knockin' on the gate
So don't, don't let this chance pass you by
You don't, don't know what lies ahead

Know Jah today and not, and not tomorrow
Know HIM I say and there'll be no sorrow
You got to know Jah today and not, and not tomorrow
Know HIM I say, know HIM I say




You got to know Jah today, know HIM I say
You better know Jah today, there's no other way...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Abyssinians' song "Know Jah Today" speak to the importance of knowing and following God in the present moment rather than putting it off until tomorrow. The chorus urges the listener to "know Jah today and not tomorrow" because "tomorrow will be too late" and "there'll be no sorrow" if one has a relationship with God. The repeated lines "you don't know what lies ahead" emphasize the uncertainty of life and the need to take advantage of the opportunity to know God now.


The verses suggest that seeking God is a path to peace and spiritual fulfillment. The line "So don't, don't let this chance pass you by" implies that there may be consequences for failing to embrace spirituality. The repetition of "know HIM I say" creates a sense of urgency and conviction in the message. Overall, the lyrics of "Know Jah Today" encourage listeners to prioritize their relationship with God and seek spiritual fulfillment in the present moment.


Line by Line Meaning

Know Jah today and not tomorrow
It's important to have a personal relationship with God now, not later


Know Jah today and there'll be no sorrow
Having a relationship with God can bring peace and joy


Tomorrow will be too late
Don't wait until it's too late to seek God


And you'll be knockin' on the gate
If you wait too long, you may find that heaven's gate is closed to you


So don't, don't let this chance pass you by
Don't miss out on the opportunity to know God


You don't, don't know what lies ahead
You can't predict the future, so take advantage of the present


Know HIM I say and there'll be no sorrow
Having a relationship with God can bring peace and joy


You got to know Jah today and not, and not tomorrow
It's important to have a personal relationship with God now, not later


Know HIM I say, know HIM I say
Emphasizing the importance of knowing God


You better know Jah today, there's no other way...
The only way to find peace and joy is through a personal relationship with God




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JOHN SHANKS, LUCY WOODWARD, SHELLY PEIKEN, SHELLY M. PEIKEN

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Jonatah Jimenez

Know Jah today and not tomorrow
Know Jah today and there'll be no sorrow
Tomorrow will be too late
And you'll be knockin' on the gate
So don't, don't let this chance pass you by
You don't, don't know what lies ahead
Tomorrow will be too late
And you'll be knockin' on the gate
So don't, don't let this chance pass you by
You don't, don't know what lies ahead
Know Jah today and not, and not tomorrow
Know HIM I say and there'll be no sorrow
You got to know Jah today and not, and not tomorrow
Know HIM I say, know HIM I say
You got to know Jah today, know HIM I say
You better know Jah today, there's no other way...



All comments from YouTube:

Stephan Israel

I just brought their album. If my money is going to go somewhere, I feel fine with it going to these guys. Beautiful song.

papakilatube

I don't know why this track is so slept on. For me it's one of their best ever.

Adonijah Israel

Beautiful for the I meditation, real roots to the soul.
Know Jah Today Iyah!
 

John Public

evergreen Abyssinians unmatchable vibes

The Carriters

Gran tema hermano. Gracias.

Mario César

muito bom o som

Thays Habibe

Pedrada!!!

Jonatah Jimenez

Know Jah today and not tomorrow
Know Jah today and there'll be no sorrow
Tomorrow will be too late
And you'll be knockin' on the gate
So don't, don't let this chance pass you by
You don't, don't know what lies ahead
Tomorrow will be too late
And you'll be knockin' on the gate
So don't, don't let this chance pass you by
You don't, don't know what lies ahead
Know Jah today and not, and not tomorrow
Know HIM I say and there'll be no sorrow
You got to know Jah today and not, and not tomorrow
Know HIM I say, know HIM I say
You got to know Jah today, know HIM I say
You better know Jah today, there's no other way...

rmtd

When I first heard it a couple times in the album I though it said No Job Today

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