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Arise shine O Zion
Staff Notation • Sacred, Verse anthems
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Arise shine O Zion by Maurice Greene — Lyrics
Arise, shine O Zion;
for thy light is come;
and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.
Behold, the darkness shall cover the Earth,
and gross darkness the people:
but the Lord shall arise upon thee,
and his glory shall be seen upon thee,
The Gentiles shall come to thy Light,
and Kings to the brightness of thy rising.
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About Arise shine O Zion
Maurice Greene's Arise, shine O Zion is a sacred verse anthem for SATB choir, written in English. The text, drawn from Isaiah, speaks of spiritual illumination and redemption. It describes the coming of the Lord's glory, dispelling darkness and bringing nations to the light. The composer emphasizes the transformative power of divine presence, where the Lord himself becomes an everlasting light, replacing the sun and moon. The music conveys a message of profound joy and salvation, as the soul rejoices in God's embrace, clothed in garments of deliverance. This anthem offers a powerful expression of comfort and hope.
