Amen

Behemoth's song 'Amen' is a provocative and blasphemous piece that challenges traditional religious beliefs, particularly those of Christianity. The lyrics are a dark inversion of the 'Hail Mary' prayer, turning it into a declaration of disgrace and corruption. The opening lines, 'Hail Mary, full ov disgrace / The Lord has fornicated with thee,' set the tone for the entire song, portraying the Virgin Mary not as a holy figure but as one tainted by sin and deceit. This subversion is a hallmark of Behemoth's style, which often seeks to confront and dismantle religious dogma.

The song continues with references to the Shroud of Turin and the 'autopsy ov God,' suggesting a forensic examination of faith and the divine. By invoking the Shroud of Turin, a relic believed by some to bear the image of Jesus Christ, Behemoth questions the authenticity and sanctity of religious artifacts. The phrase 'Creatio ex nihilo / Credo undone' further emphasizes the band's rejection of the concept of creation from nothing and the unraveling of belief systems. This line encapsulates the band's nihilistic worldview, where traditional religious narratives are deconstructed and exposed as fabrications.

The chorus, 'Wretched is the fruit ov thy womb, Babylon! / Holy mother, mother ov god / Pray for us not, the sinners / Now and at the hour ov our death (Amen),' is a direct attack on the sanctity of the Virgin Mary and the concept of divine intercession. By referring to Mary as 'Babylon,' a symbol of decadence and corruption in the Bible, Behemoth underscores their view of religious figures as flawed and unworthy of veneration. The final plea to Mary to 'pray for us not' signifies a complete rejection of religious salvation and an embrace of existential despair. This song is a powerful example of Behemoth's commitment to challenging religious orthodoxy and exploring themes of blasphemy, nihilism, and rebellion.