I know there is an eye that watches all of us. There is a judgment that weighs everything we do. And before this great force, which is greater than any government I stand in awe and I kneel in respect and it is to this great judgment that I dedicate this next song, 'Hallelujah'.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Cohen acknowledges a higher divine judgment greater than any government and dedicates his song to that ultimate force.
- In plain terms
- He respects a higher power that watches all actions more than any earthly ruler.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledge a higher authority when creating art.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What higher principle guides you?
- How do you honor your beliefs in work?
Another view
Belief in divine judgment can feel distant to secular people.
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