Thixo Onothando - Shenandoah Christian Music Camp
Description
"Thixo Onothando," traditional isiXhosa; arr. Michael Barrett. Sung at the 15th Annual Choral Festival 2022 of Shenandoah Christian Music Camp (VA). Conducted by Brandon Mullet.
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Translation:
God of love,
I stand before Thee.
God of love,
give me love so I may testify about you.
Hosanna above,
Hosanna in the highest.
God, I am here today,
Hosanna.
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Thixo Onothando
Words by Traditional isiXhosaMusic by Traditional isiXhosa
Thixo onothando,
Ndimi phambi kwakho.
Thixo onothando,
Ndiphe uthando,
Ukuze ndishumayele ngawe.
Hosanna phezulu,
Hosanna enyangweni.
Thixo ndilapha namhla,
Hosanna.
Story Behind the Song
“Thixo Onothando” is a traditional isiXhosa Christian song from South Africa. Its text is a prayer to the “God of love,” asking for love in order to testify about God, followed by a Hosanna acclamation. The song has circulated in modern choral arrangements, including an arrangement by Michael Barrett, but the original author, composer, and date are not documented.