Oh! Profundidade
Kleber Lucas
The Depths of Divine Wisdom: A Reflection on 'Oh! Profundidade' by Kleber Lucas
Kleber Lucas's song 'Oh! Profundidade' is a profound meditation on the infinite wisdom, knowledge, and judgments of God. The lyrics draw heavily from biblical scripture, particularly Romans 11:33-36, which speaks to the unfathomable nature of God's decisions and paths. The song opens with an exclamation of the depth of God's riches, wisdom, and knowledge, setting a tone of reverence and awe. This is not just a casual acknowledgment but a deep, contemplative recognition of the divine attributes that are beyond human comprehension.
The song continues by posing rhetorical questions that highlight the limitations of human understanding in contrast to the divine. Questions like 'Who has known the mind of the Lord?' and 'Who has been His counselor?' emphasize that God's ways and thoughts are far beyond human reasoning. These lines serve to remind listeners of the humility required in the face of divine mystery, encouraging a posture of worship and submission.
In the latter part of the song, the lyrics shift to a doxology, a short hymn of praises to God. The acknowledgment that 'from Him and through Him and to Him are all things' encapsulates the Christian belief in God's sovereignty and the idea that everything exists by His will and for His glory. The song concludes with a powerful affirmation of eternal glory to God, encapsulated in the word 'Amém!' This final note of praise serves as a fitting end to a song that is both a theological reflection and a heartfelt worship.