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Khor a Jesus

Traditional Dinka hymn praising the voice and presence of Jesus.

Key

F

Chords

F - C - Bb - F

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Khor a Jesus (Voice of Jesus) is a traditional Dinka hymn from South Sudan. The Dinka people have a rich musical tradition, and Christian hymns have been adapted to reflect their cultural expressions of faith.

Verse 1 (Dinka)

Khor a Jesus, raan a koc
Yee adit a maber
Khor a Kristo, wongona kene
Ngolona in jok arec

Chorus

Yes, Maria! Maria!
Aleli, Maria, Maria
Moses kene ayaa!
Yen a Maria!

Verse 2 (Dinka)

Koc a yotho, koc a de
Koc a dhogona mager
Yen a Kristo, wang wi
Ngolona in jok arec

Translation Reference

  • Khor = Voice / Sound
  • Jesus/Kristo = Jesus / Christ
  • Maria = Praise / Hallelujah
  • Koc = Person / People
  • Yen = He / He is

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