Água Viva (HC 523)

The song 'Água Viva (HC 523)' by Cicero Nogueira is a hymn that explores the theme of spiritual nourishment and the eternal satisfaction found in faith. The lyrics metaphorically describe Christ as providing a hidden fountain that quenches all thirsts with its life-giving waters. This fountain is a symbol of the spiritual fulfillment and salvation that Christ offers to humanity. The water from this fountain is described as being freely available to all who seek it, and it will never run dry, emphasizing the infinite and generous nature of divine grace.

In contrast to the pure and everlasting water provided by Christ, the song also mentions other sources of joy in the world, which are compared to polluted wells and cisterns. These represent the temporary and often unsatisfactory pleasures that people seek, which ultimately cannot contain the 'living waters' of true spiritual contentment. The song suggests that while many may spend their lives and resources searching for fulfillment, it is only through Jesus Christ, the guide, that one can find the true source of peace and joy.

The hymn concludes with a chorus of praise to God for the blessings bestowed upon all who believe and for the fountain of peace that believers carry within themselves. This internal fountain is a source of constant joy and is available to anyone who chooses to embrace it. The repetition of the chorus throughout the song reinforces the message of abundance and the ever-present opportunity for spiritual rejuvenation.