De Profundis, Salmo 130 (latim)

The song 'De Profundis, Salmo 130 (latim)' by Músicas Católicas is a deeply spiritual and emotional piece that draws from the text of Psalm 130 in the Bible. The title 'De Profundis' translates to 'Out of the Depths,' setting the tone for a heartfelt plea to God. The lyrics are a cry for mercy and redemption, reflecting a profound sense of human vulnerability and the need for divine intervention.

The opening lines, 'De profundis clamavi ad te, Domine; Domine, exaudi vocem meam,' translate to 'Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord; Lord, hear my voice.' This plea is a powerful expression of desperation and hope, seeking God's attention and compassion. The repetition of 'Domine' (Lord) emphasizes the urgency and intensity of the supplication. The song continues to ask for God's ears to be attentive to the voice of the supplicant, highlighting the human need for divine listening and understanding.

The lyrics also touch on themes of sin and forgiveness, with lines like 'Si iniquitates observaveris, Domine, Domine, quis sustinebit?' meaning 'If you, O Lord, should mark iniquities, Lord, who could stand?' This acknowledges human imperfection and the impossibility of standing before God without His mercy. The song reassures that with God, there is forgiveness and redemption, as seen in 'Quia apud te propitiatio est; et propter legem tuam sustinui te, Domine,' which translates to 'But with you there is forgiveness, so that we can, with reverence, serve you.' The song concludes with a message of hope and trust in God's mercy and redemption, encouraging the faithful to wait for the Lord from morning until night.

'Quia apud Dominum misericordia, et copiosa apud eum redemptio' translates to 'For with the Lord there is steadfast love, and with him is plentiful redemption.' This line encapsulates the essence of the song, emphasizing God's boundless mercy and the promise of redemption for Israel and all believers. The song is a beautiful reminder of the power of faith, the importance of seeking God's mercy, and the hope that comes from trusting in His love and forgiveness.