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Sthandwa Sami

A beautiful Zulu worship song about thirsting for God's presence.

Key

C

Chords

C - Am - F - G

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Sthandwa Sami is a traditional Zulu worship song expressing deep longing for God's presence. The song captures the African Christian tradition of viewing God as the source of all life and joy.

Verse 1 (isiZulu)

Sthandwa sami, God is love
Ngidinga nkos', ngidinga
Nkosi yang', hamba na mi
Ngidinga nkos', ngidinga

Chorus

Haleluya, Haleluya
Haleluya nonofolo
Haleluya, Haleluya
Ngiyabonga Nkosi

Verse 2 (isiZulu)

Umdumo wakho usezulwini
Izwi lakho liyavuya
Inkosi ipete ngamandla
Sibonga ngunaphakade

Translation Reference

  • Sthandwa sami = My beloved / My soul
  • Ngidinga = I need
  • Nkosi = Lord
  • Haleluya = Hallelujah
  • Ngiyabonga = I thank you

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