Rise!
I composed a new song a few days ago which took me to another realm! Truly – there are very few things in life that are better than being a channel for inspiration. These are the moments that take me to a meditative state – especially when I’m singing the vocals for a new song. The emotions come out so much easier because it’s new. I call it ‘a creative rush’ as that’s how I feel when I’m done – tired, yet blissful and exhilarated!
The words I used to set to music are from a unique and incredibly inspiring individual – Abdu’l-Baha. I’m looking for a title for the song (right now I’ve entitled it ‘Rise’) and I’d love to hear your suggestions after you read the lyrics:
To teach is to learn, to learn is to work, to work is to serve, to serve is to love, to love is to sacrifice, to sacrifice is to die, to die is to live, to live is to strive, to strive is to rise above all earthly limitations and enter the eternal realm. ~ Abdu’l-Baha
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May 23rd, 2010 at 4:46 am
Looking forward to hearing it, dear Elika!
May 23rd, 2010 at 5:06 pm
a title:”Helix Of Love” — my suggestion.
May 23rd, 2010 at 10:29 pm
What a blessing to have such creativity bursting out of you. :-) Happy for you! I’m excited to hear the new song and I like the title you chose.
May 24th, 2010 at 5:20 am
Perfect title, dear Elika! :-)
May 31st, 2010 at 8:11 am
How lovely to have these inspirational bursts and let the world have a share! Can’t think of any other title! Rise is Great! Well done love El. Missing you so and wishing to be with you everyday…
October 14th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
What is the reference for attributing these words to ‘Abdu’l-Bahá? I’m pretty sure they’re words adapted from a poem by Amatu’l-Baha Ruhiyyih Khanum-Rabbani, which were set to music (in English) by Laura Lee and Lucy Shropshire. There’s also a Spanish verision called “Ensañar es Aprender”.
October 16th, 2010 at 4:39 am
Thanks for your suggestions and encouragement everyone!
Hi Gavin, thanks for writing. I believe I saw the song attributed to Abdu’l-Baha in a songbook but I think you’re right as I wasn’t absolutely sure. Thanks for clarifying. How do we find out for sure?