Light of the World
Shine Bright: Unveiling the Profound Message in 'Light of the World'
Lyrics
You are the light of the world
You possess qualities that illuminate the world.
You are the light of the world
Emphasizes and reinforces the idea of being a source of light for the world.
But if that light is under a bushel
If your positive influence is concealed or suppressed,
Brr, it's lost something kind of crucial
It loses something essential and valuable.
You got to stay bright to be the light of the world
To be a guiding force for the world, you must maintain your brightness.
You are the salt of the earth
You play a vital role in preserving the goodness of the world.
You are the salt of the earth
Reiterates the importance of being a positive influence on the Earth.
But if that salt has lost its flavor
If your positive impact diminishes,
It ain't got much in its favor
It loses its attractiveness and effectiveness.
You can't have that fault and be the salt of the earth!
You can't fulfill your role if you have flaws and shortcomings.
So let your light so shine before men
Show your positive qualities to people openly.
Let your light so shine
Reiterates the importance of displaying one's positive attributes.
So that they might know some kindness again
So that others may experience kindness once more.
We all need help to feel fine
We all need assistance to feel good about ourselves.
(Let's have some wine!)
(Possibly a light-hearted suggestion to enjoy life; "Let's have some wine!")
You are the city of God
You represent a sacred and virtuous place.
You are the city of God
Reiterates the significance of being a virtuous city.
But if that city's on a hill
If your virtuousness is evident,
It's kinda hard to hide it well
It's challenging to conceal or diminish it.
You've got to stay pretty in the city of God
To fulfill your role, maintain your beauty in the virtuous city.
So let your light so shine before men
Show your positive qualities openly to others.
Let your light so shine
Reiterates the importance of openly displaying positive attributes.
So that they might know some kindness again
So that others can experience kindness once more.
We all need help to feel fine
We all need assistance to feel good about ourselves.
(Let's have some wine!)
(Possibly a light-hearted suggestion to enjoy life; "Let's have some wine!")
You are the light of the world
You possess qualities that illuminate the world.
You are the light of the world
Emphasizes and reinforces the idea of being a source of light for the world.
But the tallest candlestick
Even the most prominent influence is ineffective without the right conditions.
Ain't much good without a wick
Without proper behavior, even the best intentions are futile.
You've got to live right to be the light of the world
To be a guiding force for the world, live in accordance with virtuous principles.
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