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Baha’i Blog’s “Studio Sessions” is an initiative where we invite Baha’is and their friends from around the world to come into a studio and share the Baha’i Writings put to music.
In this Baha’i Blog Studio Session, 12 year old Hayze and his family sing “O God, Guide Me” based on a prayer by Abdu’l-Baha.
This song was filmed and recorded in Sydney, Australia, January 2016.
Lyrics & Quote
O God, guide me, protect me, make of me a shining lamp and a brilliant star. Thou art the Mighty and the Powerful.
Abdu’l-Baha
You can also download the audio version of this song from Baha’i Blog’s Soundcloud page here:
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Haze, This is a soul stirring rendition of one of my favorite prayers. I shall listen to it over and over and share it at feast in our Canadian community. Please do another one! You and your family have a beautiful gift to offer the world. Thank you and God Bless you!
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Wow! Just wow! I love hearing voices at full power, rather than the whispering tones used by so many pop singers. Great job, Hayze and family!
Alan Manifold (February 2, 2016 at 4:19 AM)
That young man has a great voice. I love the acoustics! The family come in at1:57min. Beautiful ending. Thanks all!
Maury Miloff (March 3, 2016 at 4:03 PM)
Thank you, thank you. A prayer sung so beautifully. Bless you, Hayze and your family.
Oscar Domingo (September 9, 2016 at 3:57 AM)
Haze, This is a soul stirring rendition of one of my favorite prayers. I shall listen to it over and over and share it at feast in our Canadian community. Please do another one! You and your family have a beautiful gift to offer the world. Thank you and God Bless you!
Allison (March 3, 2017 at 7:05 PM)
We’re deeply honoured that you are thinking of sharing this at Feast! Thank you for your kind and uplifting comment, Allison!
Sonjel Vreeland (March 3, 2017 at 9:39 PM)