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Arabia
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
STB|TrTB · Barry Johnston
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Arabia by James P. Carrell — Lyrics
1. Lord! what a wretched land is this,
That yields us no supply!
No cheering fruits, no wholesome trees,
Nor streams of living joy!
2. But pricking thorns through all the ground,
And mortal poisons grow,
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About Arabia
James P. Carrell's Arabia sets a text that paints a stark picture of a barren and dangerous land, yielding no sustenance or joy, only thorns and poison. Yet, this wretched place is revealed to be the path leading to God's abode. The STB voicing brings this vivid imagery to life, emphasizing the human struggle and unwavering devotion described in the lyrics. The music reflects the challenging journey, urging the singers to convey the deep spiritual conviction required to traverse such a difficult landscape on the way to a divine destination.
