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Built On A Rock
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Built On A Rock by Ludvig Mathias Lindeman — Lyrics
Built on the rock the church doth stand,
even when steeples are falling;
Crumbled have spires in every land,
Bells still are chiming and calling;
Calling the young and old to rest,
but above all the soul distressed,
longing for rest everlasting.
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About Built On A Rock
This anthem, Built on a Rock, is a powerful setting for two-part choir (soprano and bass) of a text that speaks of the enduring strength of the Church. The lyrics offer a message of comfort and reassurance, comparing the Church to a rock that stands firm even when earthly structures crumble. It acknowledges the human desire to build places of worship and celebrate God's praises, emphasizing that these are places of divine presence and welcome. The text highlights the importance of God's word and the covenant made within these sacred spaces, ultimately promising an everlasting kingdom to those who seek refuge and solace. Ludvig Mathias Lindeman's music captures the resolute and comforting nature of this theological message, making it suitable for services focusing on faith, perseverance, and divine promise.
