BEHOLD! THE MOUNTAIN OF THE LORD
Solfa Notation • Advent Hymns, Entrance songs, Hymns
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BEHOLD! THE MOUNTAIN OF THE LORD by Tony C. Eluno — Lyrics
About BEHOLD! THE MOUNTAIN OF THE LORD
"Behold! The Mountain of the Lord" is a majestic hymn drawn directly from the prophetic visions of Isaiah. The text paints a vivid picture of a future where all nations gather at the hill of God, transforming their weapons of war into tools for harvest. For a choir, singing these words feels like an invitation to step into that promised peace, calling the congregation to walk in the light of God.
In Catholic parishes, this piece is a natural fit for the season of Advent, when the liturgy heavily features Isaiah’s prophecies of the coming kingdom. The steady, marching rhythm of the melody gives the verses a sense of joyful pilgrimage. As the verses progress, the harmony builds a feeling of unity, culminating in the powerful imagery of hanging the trumpet in the hall and studying war no more.
This particular arrangement includes a soaring descant for the sixth verse, lifting the sopranos above the main melody. It adds a bright, triumphant layer to the choir's sound just as the text declares an end to conflict, making it a deeply moving moment for everyone in the pews.
