Rahul Raj stars in the choral prayer Nazarethin from the album The Priest, featuring Baby Niya Charly and Merin Gregory. Lyricist B. K. Harinarayanan writes a hymn of veneration for Mother Mary. Composer Rahul Raj crafts a melody with angelic children’s voices.
Released: March 12, 2021
Nazarethin
Baby Niya Charly | Rahul Raj • From “The Priest”
Nazarethin Lyrics Translation Baby Niya Charly | Rahul Raj | The Priest
Merin Gregory sings that Mary overcomes great pain and stands as the root of every life. Merin Gregory adds that her compassion erases sorrow from our inner altar.
Nazarethin NaattileyIn the town of Nazareth,
Paavane Meri MaatheO Holy Mother Mary,
Yesayyavin Mozhi Bhoomiyil MaarippoovaayiIsaiah’s prophecy bloomed as a flower on this earth.
Ven Maalaakhaa Nin Naamam VazhthiA white angel hailed your name,
Kanyavana Saakhiyil KaalamorunnippoovaaiIn the garden of the Virgin, time blossomed as an infant flower.
Mannaakeyum Kaakkuvaan Omana Paithal VanneyThe precious child’s arrived to protect the entire world.
Maarthe Paarithil Pettamma Kanne Ooh OoO Mother who birthed him in this world, our beloved,
Peedaa Nomparam Thaandunnole MariyeO Mary, you’ve overcome every sting of pain and sorrow.
Orthe Ninpukal Paadunne Njangal Oh OoWe’re singing your praises as we remember your grace,
Oro Vazhvinum Veraayole MariyeO Mary, you’re the root of every single life.
Nazarethin Naattiley Paavane Meri MaatheIn the town of Nazareth, O Holy Mother Mary,
Zionin Naadhanu Paathayaayi MaarunnoleYou’ve become the path for the Lord of Zion.
Ven Maalaakhaa Nin Naamam VazhthiA white angel hailed your name,
Pulkkoottile Thaaraka Kannile VaalsalyameThe star of the manger, the affection in our eyes.
Ulthaarile Novala Neekkidum KaarunyameThe compassion that removes the waves of pain from the inner altar.
Maarthey Paarithil Pettamma Kanne Oh OoO Mother who birthed him, our cherished one,
Peedaa Nomparam Thaandunnole MariyeO Mary, you’ve traversed through the deepest suffering.
Orthe Ninpukal Paadunne Njangal Oh OoAs we recall your glory, we raise our voices in song,
Oro Vazhvinum Veraayole MariyeO Mary, you’re the foundational root of all existence.
Nazarethin Naattiley Paavane Meri MaatheIn the town of Nazareth, O Holy Mother Mary,
Zionin Naadhanu Paathayaay MaarunnoleyYou’re the path created for the King of Zion.
Ven Maalaakhaa Nin Naamam VazhthiThe radiant angel blessed your holy name,
Pulkkoottile Thaaraka Kannile VaalsalyameThe star shining over the manger, the tenderness in our sight.
Ulthaarile Novala Neekkidum KaarunyameO mercy that washes away the ache within our souls.
Maarthe Paarithil Pettamma Kanne Oh OoO Mother who brought life to this world, our dear heart,
Peedaa Nomparam Thaandunnole MariyeO Mary, you’ve endured the weight of every sorrow.
Orthey Ninpukal Paadunne Njangal Oh OoRemembering your grace, we sing your praises out loud,
Oro Vazhvinum Veraayole MariyeO Mary, you’ve become the origin of every heartbeat.
Ee Arussalem Nadayil Thoomayil PoovidumIn this sanctuary of Jerusalem, blossoming in pure white,
Aarivan Thumpa PooveWho is this pure ‘Leucas’ flower?
Parimalam Sakala Maanava MaanasamSpreading a divine fragrance through all human minds,
Aakeyum Thoovunnoley KanyeO Virgin, you’re the one showering it upon everyone.
Maarthe Paarithil Pettamma Kanne Oh OoO Mother who birthed him in this world, our beloved guide,
Peedaa Nomparam Thaandunnole MariyeO Mary, you’ve triumphed over agony and grief.
Orthey Ninpukal Paadunne Njangal Oh OoWe’re singing your hymns as we hold your name dear,
Oro Vazhvinum Veraayole MariyeO Mary, you’re the root from which every life grows.
Nazarethin Music Video
Nazarethin lyrics meaning highlights commitment to Mary across seasons. The song describes her strength and hope.