Lilium (English)

The song 'Lilium (English)' performed by the artist known as Elfen Lied is a piece with a deeply spiritual and religious tone. The lyrics are imbued with references to Christian theology and the virtues of purity and holiness. The opening lines, 'The mouth of the Just shall meditate wisdom, And His tongue shall declare judgment,' suggest a reverence for the righteous and the wise, implying that those who are just will speak and act with wisdom and fairness.

The subsequent verses, 'Blessed is he who endureth temptation, For once he hath been tested, he shall receive the crown of life,' speak to the Christian concept of enduring trials and temptations in life as a path to spiritual reward. This idea is further emphasized with the invocation of the 'Oh Lord, Fountain of Holiness, Oh Lord, Fire Divine,' which is a plea for divine mercy and guidance. The repetition of these lines throughout the song reinforces the theme of seeking divine intervention and the purification of the soul.

The song also celebrates the Virgin, likely a reference to the Virgin Mary, as a symbol of ultimate purity and virtue. The lyrics 'Oh how holy, how serene, How generous, how pleasant this Virgin who believeth' express admiration for her faith and the grace that comes from her belief. The 'Oh Pure Lily' is a metaphor for the Virgin Mary, often associated with purity and innocence in Christian symbolism. Overall, 'Lilium (English)' is a hymn-like ode to the virtues of purity, faith, and the divine grace that comes from enduring life's challenges with righteousness.