O Som da Trombeta

Marluce Pereira's 'O Som da Trombeta' is a song deeply rooted 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. The lyrics vividly depict the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, an event anticipated in Christian doctrine when Christ returns to Earth in glory. The song is a celebration of this moment, filled with imagery of triumph and divine splendor.

The repeated exclamation 'Glória, glória' sets the tone for the song, which is one of praise and worship. The references to the 'Leão da tribo de Judá' (Lion of the tribe of Judah) and the 'Cordeiro Santo e verdadeiro' (Holy and true Lamb) are titles for Jesus Christ found in the Bible, symbolizing his kingship and sacrificial role. The song speaks to the faithful who have awaited the return of Christ, describing their ascension to heaven at the sound of the trumpet—a common biblical symbol for the announcement of significant events. The 'arrebatamento' (rapture) mentioned in the song refers to the belief that believers will be taken up to meet Christ in the air.

The song also touches on the theme of vigilance and readiness for the Second Coming, as it ends with a warning to 'guarda o que tens' (keep what you have) so that no one may take one's crown, a metaphor for remaining steadfast in faith. The song serves as both a reminder of the promises of Christian faith and an encouragement to believers to live in a way that prepares them for the eschatological hope of being united with Christ.