Dem a Come
Guided by Jah Love: A Spiritual Journey of Strength and Light
Lyrics
Each morning before the sun comes shining
Expressing a routine of reflection and prayer in the early morning.
(Comes shining, comes shining)
Repetition for emphasis on the brightness of the coming day.
I pray Jah Love to keep me strong
Seeking divine support, specifically from Jah Love, for strength.
To keep me far away from the wicked
Desiring protection from malicious or evil influences.
And let me live clean and strong
Asking to live a virtuous and robust life.
Just let me live with my fellowman
Expressing a wish for harmonious coexistence with fellow humans.
Father oh my Father
Addressing the higher power, possibly Jah, as a paternal figure.
Lift up my head and let me stand
Requesting upliftment and strength to stand firm.
Show me the way the truth and light
Asking for guidance in finding the right path, truth, and illumination.
And let my days be long
Expressing a desire for a long and fulfilling life.
And let my days be long
Repetition for emphasis on the wish for longevity.
And let my days be long
Reiteration of the desire for a prolonged life.
And let my days be long
Repeating the wish for a lengthy and prosperous existence.
King, King of Kings
Referring to the higher power, possibly Jah, as the King of Kings.
Lift up my head and let me move along
Requesting guidance and strength to keep moving forward.
Show me the way, the truth and the light
Reiterating the plea for direction, truth, and enlightenment.
And let my days be long
Repetition of the desire for a lengthy and fulfilling life.
And let my days be long
Father I beg, I beg for light (I beg I beg)
Pleading for light, which can symbolize clarity, understanding, or guidance.
You've got to give me light (let my days be long)
Emphasizing the request for light and the wish for a long life.
I beg, I beg, I beg (I beg I beg)
Repetition of the plea for light, underlining the urgency.
I ask, I ask, I ask (let my days be long)
Further expressing the request for light and longevity.
Oh light
Reiteration of the desire for illumination and understanding.
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