Irish Hymns Inspire
The month of March causes me to think of all things Irish. Irish hymns stand out with their beautiful melodies and lilting rhythms.
Two timeless Irish hymns are St. Patrick’s Breastplate and Be Thou My Vision.
St. Patrick had a high view of art and beauty. He had a strong belief in the power of music to speak to the soul. He was the lyricist for the following Irish hymn. Memorable lyrics of the song – “Christ within me, Christ around me, Christ below me.” Listen to this hymn on YouTube. Key in Hymn of St. Patrick – Lyric Video – YouTube
Be Thou My Vision is another beautiful hymn of Irish origin. It has been arranged in many creative ways. Following are two arrangements you are sure to appreciate.
Be Thou My Vision / BYU Noteworthy (feat. Keith Goodrich, violin)
Here is a contrasting version of the same hymn.
Rend Collective – You Are my Vision – Live Official
This hymn – no matter the style – is a perfect reminder that God is always in control.
I have set the Lord always before me. Psalm 16:8
Two Newer Praise Songs by Irish Artists
Keith and Kristyn Getty Feat. The Getty Girls – Press On
Rend Collective – I Will Be Undignified – (Live in Belfast)