Sacred Silence
Tom Booth Lyrics
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Gentle waters, washing over me
Help me listen, Holy Spirit
Come and speak to me
God my father, Christ my brother
Holy Spirit, sanctifying me
Lord I'm sorry, please forgive me
Sacred silence, Holy ocean
Gentle water, washing over me
Help me listen, Holy Spirit
Come and speak to me
Holy Mary, Gentle mother
God's pure vessel, praying for me
Saints and Angels, all in heaven
Come and be with me
Sacred silence, Holy ocean
Gentle water, washing over me
Help me listen, Holy Spirit
Come and speak to me
Come and be with me
Come and speak to me
In Tom Booth's song Sacred Silence, the lyrics describe a desire for a deep, spiritual connection with God and his divine beings. The singer seeks to be enveloped in a "sacred silence" and "holy ocean" that will wash over them and bring them closer to the divine. They ask for the help of the Holy Spirit to listen and speak to them, allowing them to feel the presence of God, Jesus, Mary, and other saints and angels. The singer acknowledges their own faults and asks for forgiveness, hoping that this connection will set them free.
The song is a beautiful representation of the desire for a deep connection with the divine. It speaks to the universal desire to be closer to something greater than ourselves, and to find peace in the world around us. The use of water imagery adds to this sense of peace and cleansing, as water is often associated with purification and renewal. The song also acknowledges the role that various spiritual beings can play in bringing us closer to God, which is a common theme in many religious traditions.
Line by Line Meaning
Sacred silence, Holy ocean
The stillness and peacefulness of the moment is reminiscent of the vastness of the ocean and the power of the divine presence that can be felt within it.
Gentle waters, washing over me
The calming sensation of the Holy Spirit is like the gentle touch of water, flowing over me and washing away the worries and fears that burden me.
Help me listen, Holy Spirit
The singer is calling out for the guidance and wisdom of the Holy Spirit, recognizing their own fallibility and need for assistance.
Come and speak to me
The singer is opening themselves up to the Holy Spirit, asking for their guidance and message to be given to them directly.
God my father, Christ my brother
The singer is acknowledging their familial relationship with the divine, seeing themselves as a child to God and a sibling to Christ.
Holy Spirit, sanctifying me
The singer recognizes the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, taking the unworthy and making them worthy through sanctification.
Lord I'm sorry, please forgive me
The singer is expressing remorse for their past failings and seeking the forgiveness of the Lord in order to move forward with a clean slate.
Come and set me free
The singer desires to be liberated from their past transgressions and whatever else may be holding them down in life.
Holy Mary, Gentle mother
The singer recognizes the purity and grace of Mary, recognizing her as a gentle and motherly presence within the divine realm.
God's pure vessel, praying for me
The singer sees Mary as a vessel of God's love and grace, praying for them and offering support from the divine realm.
Saints and Angels, all in heaven
The singer recognizes the presence of other holy beings in heaven, such as saints and angels, who may also be called upon for support and guidance.
Come and be with me
The singer is calling out for the presence of these holy beings, asking for their guidance and support.
Come and speak to me
The singer is seeking a direct message or guidance from the divine, opening themselves up to whatever guidance may be given to them.
Contributed by Caden G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jenny
This is a beautiful and a pretty song I love singing this in choir
YouCantHoldOnTooLong
I became aware of this song in my local Missoula Montana Catholic church during lent season. This song is so beautiful, it almost brings tears to my eyes just listening to it. I can feel the power of the Lord purifying my soul every time I hear this gorgeous hymn!
~Dutch
JC
My mom just sent me this song. I remember this from St. Tim’s Catholic Church in Arizona. ❤️
D S
Same here. I always thought with Tom, Tim and Julie Smith, plus Matt Maher, that the quality of their music was such an extraordinary gift for the parishioners at one particular church in AZ all in the same time period. When does that happen?? Truly they were meant to work together spreading God’s word through music.
Ronin Elenion
I love this song. And the pictures in this video were amazing. Thank you. God bless.
Karen Gauthier
The first time I heard this song I started to cry. This song resonates with me in a way no other has ever done. I listen to it every day. I brings me such peace.
Kristi Hager
Just what I needed to hear this morning in my quiet time. The words “Sacred Silence” were impressed upon my mind many years ago. These words coming back to me again and again. Thank you for the song that brings me into the Presence of Holy Spirit.
The Ghost files
Thank you to this person for keeping God in his life and on YouTube God Bless
Dolores Gray
Timeless! God’s pure love ❤️. I am so grateful for this masterpiece!
Christine Chandler
Thank you so much Robert. May God bless your life with His Mighty Joy always!!