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Gilead
Staff Notation • Sacred
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Gilead by Oliver Holden — Lyrics
1. My soul, now arise,
My passions, take wing,
Look up to the skies
and cheerfully sing;
Let God be the object
In praises addressed,
And this be my subject,
'Tis all for the best.
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About Gilead
Oliver Holden’s stirring sacred song invites the soul to take wing and sing praises to God. The text expresses a profound trust in divine providence, encouraging singers to examine the world and find confirmation in scripture that God’s actions are ultimately for the best, particularly concerning salvation. This arrangement for two-part voices (soprano/bass and tenor/bass) delivers this message with conviction and warmth, making it a powerful anthem for a choir seeking music that uplifts and inspires deep contemplation on faith and divine assurance.
