Be Not Afraid (Catholic Hymn)
You shall cross the barren desert,
but you shall not die of thirst.
You shall wander far in safety,
though you do not know the way.
You shall speak your words in foreign lands,
and all will understand,
You shall see the face of God and live.
Be not afraid,
I go before you always,
Come follow Me,
and I will give you rest.
If you pass through raging waters
in the sea, you shall not drown.
If you walk amidst the burning flames,
you shall not be harmed.
If you stand before the power of hell
and death is at your side,
know that I am with you, through it all
Be not afraid,
I go before you always,
Come follow Me,
and I will give you rest.
Be not afraid,
I go before you always,
Come follow Me,
and I will give you rest.
Blessed are your poor,
for the Kingdom shall be theirs.
Blest are you that weep and mourn,
for one day you shall laugh.
And if wicked men insult and hate you, all because of Me,
blessed, blessed are you!
Be not afraid,
I go before you always,
Come follow Me,
and I will give you rest.
Be not afraid,
I go before you always,
Come follow Me,
and I will give you rest.
Be not afraid,
I go before you always,
Come follow Me,
and I will give you rest.
And I will give you rest
And I will give you rest
And I will give you rest
And I will give you rest
And I will give you rest
Oooo-ooo
About This Song
"Be Not Afraid" is a deeply spiritual and contemplative track from Scott Weiland's solo work that draws heavily from biblical imagery and religious comfort, representing a departure from his grunge roots into more introspective territory. The lyrics weave together passages that echo scripture, particularly themes of divine protection and guidance through life's trials, with promises of safety in "barren deserts" and "raging waters" serving as metaphors for personal struggles and addiction recovery. Musically, the song likely features a more restrained, atmospheric approach compared to Weiland's work with Stone Temple Pilots, emphasizing the meditative and redemptive qualities of the message. The repeated refrain "Be not afraid, I go before you always" transforms the track into both a personal prayer and universal anthem of hope, reflecting Weiland's own battles with substance abuse and his search for spiritual solace. This song stands as one of Weiland's most vulnerable and faith-centered compositions, showcasing his ability to channel personal pain into transcendent art that speaks to anyone seeking comfort in dark times.
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