Salmo 117 - Dai graças ao Senhor

The song 'Salmo 117 - Dai graças ao Senhor' by Aline Venturi is a musical rendition of a psalm, which is a sacred song or hymn from the biblical Book of Psalms. The lyrics are a direct translation of Psalm 118 (117 in the Latin Vulgate), which is a song of thanksgiving for God's enduring mercy and a celebration of faith. Aline Venturi, as a Christian artist, brings this ancient text to life, infusing it with a sense of contemporary worship and devotion.

The repeated line 'Eterna é a sua misericórdia!' which translates to 'His mercy endures forever!' serves as a refrain, emphasizing the everlasting nature of God's kindness and love. The song invites various groups - the house of Israel, the house of Aaron, and those who fear the Lord - to affirm this truth, symbolizing a communal acknowledgment of divine grace. The reference to the 'stone that the builders rejected' becoming the 'cornerstone' is a metaphor for Jesus Christ in Christian theology, who was rejected by many but became the foundation of the Church.

The song concludes with a plea for salvation and prosperity, and a blessing for those who enter the house of the Lord. It encapsulates a message of hope, faith, and unity under God's guidance. The psalm's adaptation into a song by Aline Venturi allows worshippers to express their gratitude and praise through music, which has always been a powerful medium in religious and spiritual practices.