Mashiach

Gilmar Britto's song 'Mashiach' is a profound expression of unwavering faith and hope in the coming of the Messiah. The lyrics, which blend Hebrew and Portuguese, reflect a deep spiritual conviction and a sense of anticipation. The repeated phrase 'Ani ma'amin' (I believe) underscores the singer's complete and unshakeable belief in the arrival of the Messiah, a central tenet in Jewish eschatology. This phrase, coupled with 'Be'emuna shelema' (with complete faith), emphasizes the purity and strength of this belief.

The song's structure, with its repetitive and meditative chanting of 'Mashiach' (Messiah), creates a hypnotic and spiritual atmosphere. This repetition serves to reinforce the message of hope and expectation. The lyrics 'Veaf al pi sheyitmahmeha, Im kol zeh, achake loh' (And even though he may tarry, with all this, I will wait for him every day) highlight the patience and enduring hope that believers maintain, despite the delay in the Messiah's arrival. This sentiment is mirrored in the Portuguese verses, where the singer expresses a heartfelt belief that the Messiah will come, and the glory and wonders he will bring are beyond human comprehension.

The song also touches on the theme of unseen glory and future wonders, with the lines 'E nem um olho nunca viu, A glória que um dia ele trará' (And no eye has ever seen, The glory that one day he will bring). This evokes a sense of mystery and awe about the future, encouraging listeners to maintain their faith and hope. The song's conclusion with the repeated 'Sheyavoh' (He will come) and 'E voltará' (He will return) reinforces the certainty and imminence of the Messiah's arrival, leaving the listener with a sense of anticipation and spiritual upliftment.