Vem

Eduardo Schenatto's song 'Vem' is a powerful and evocative piece that delves into the Christian belief of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. The lyrics are a call to the faithful, urging them to prepare for the return of the 'Amado' (Beloved), which is a reference to Jesus. The song is steeped in Christian eschatology, which is the part of theology concerned with the final events of history, or the ultimate destiny of humanity, commonly referred to as the 'end of the world' or 'Last Judgment'.

The song's chorus, which repeats the word 'Vem' (Come), is a direct invocation for Jesus to return and 'arrebatar' (rapture) His redeemed church. This is a reference to the Rapture, a Christian eschatological view that involves believers being gathered together in the air to meet Christ at His return. The mention of Jesus descending 'sobre as nuvens' (on the clouds) aligns with biblical descriptions of the Second Coming. The call to 'Prepara-te Israel' (Prepare yourself, Israel) is a reminder for the faithful to be ready for this momentous event.

The verses describe the current state of the world as being similar to 'nos dias de Noé' (the days of Noah), suggesting a time of widespread moral decay and indifference to God's will. References to 'fome, a peste e a depressão' (hunger, pestilence, and depression) and 'o pânico entre a população' (panic among the population) point to contemporary issues that are interpreted as signs of the approaching end times. The song concludes with a declaration of praise, 'Glória, glória, aleluia' (Glory, glory, hallelujah), and a spoken word section that quotes scripture about the Second Coming, reinforcing the message of hope and victory in Jesus' return.