Beatrice Muhone - Siku kuu Siku-kuu Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu Lyrics
Lyrics
Ni siku kuu siku ile,
Ya kumkiri Mwokozi!
Moyo umejaa tele,
Kunyamaza hauwezi.
Siku kuu, Siku kuu,
Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu.
Hukesha na kuomba tu,
Ananiongoza miguu.
Suku kuu, Siku kuu,
Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu.
Tumekwisha kupatana,
Mimi wake,Yeye wangu,
Na sasa nitamwandama,
Nikiri neno la Mungu.
Siku kuu, Siku kuu,
Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu.
Hukesha na kuomba tu,
Ananiongoza miguu.
Suku kuu, Siku kuu,
Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu.
Moyo tulia kwa Bwana,
Kiini cha raha yako,
Huna njia mbili tena,
Yesu ndiye njia yako.
Siku kuu, Siku kuu,
Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu.
Hukesha na kuomba tu,
Ananiongoza miguu.
Suku kuu, Siku kuu,
Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu.
Nadhiri yangu ya mbele,
Nitaiweka daima,
Hata ije siku ile,
Ya kwonana kwa salama.
Siku kuu, Siku kuu,
Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu.
Hukesha na kuomba tu,
Ananiongoza miguu.
Suku kuu, Siku kuu,
Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu.
Video
Beatrice Mhone - Ni Siku kuu (Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Beatrice Muhone's "Siku kuu Siku-kuu Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu," released on February 22, 2020, immediately presents itself as a vibrant declaration of spiritual rebirth and unwavering commitment to faith. The very title, translating to "Great day, Great day, Of having my great sins washed away," encapsulates the profound joy and transformation central to the song's core message. It speaks to that pivotal moment in a believer's journey when the weight of past transgressions is lifted, replaced by an overwhelming sense of peace and a renewed purpose.
The song delves into the personal experience of acknowledging Christ as Savior, a moment described as "Ni siku kuu siku ile, Ya kumkiri Mwokozi!" (It's that great day, Of acknowledging the Savior!). This isn't merely an intellectual assent but a deep, heart-level transformation that renders the soul unable to remain silent, as the lyrics suggest, "Moyo umejaa tele, Kunyamaza hauwezi" (The heart is overflowing, It cannot be silent). This echoes the New Testament's emphasis on public confession following inward belief, aligning beautifully with Romans 10:9-10, which states that if one believes in their heart and confesses with their mouth, salvation is secured. The repeated phrase "Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu" vividly portrays the cleansing power of Christ's sacrifice, a truth celebrated in Isaiah 1:18, where God promises to make sins like scarlet white as snow, and affirmed in 1 John 1:7, highlighting that the blood of Jesus purifies us from all sin. The narrative moves beyond the initial cleansing to a covenant relationship, affirming, "Tumekwisha kupatana, Mimi wake, Yeye wangu" (We have reconciled, I am His, He is mine), a reciprocal bond that mirrors God's reconciliation of humanity to Himself through Christ, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:18-19. This established connection then propels the believer into a life of discipleship: "Na sasa nitamwandama, Nikiri neno la Mungu" (And now I will follow Him, Confessing the word of God), demonstrating a commitment to living out the Great Commission found in Matthew 28:19-20.
The recurring chorus emphasizes an ongoing, active faith: "Siku kuu, Siku kuu, Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu. Hukesha na kuomba tu, Ananiongoza miguu" (Great day, Great day, Of having my great sins washed away. I stay awake and just pray, He guides my feet). The image of staying awake and simply praying speaks volumes about unwavering dedication and dependence on divine communion. This constant state of prayer is a biblical mandate, as seen in 1 Thessalonians 5:17, which exhorts us to "pray continually." Furthermore, the conviction that God "Ananiongoza miguu" (He guides my feet) resonates deeply with Proverbs 3:5-6, instructing us to trust in the Lord with all our heart and acknowledge Him in all our ways, assuring that He will make our paths straight. This guidance is a source of immense comfort and direction for the believer navigating life's complexities. The song further solidifies this commitment with the powerful declaration, "Moyo tulia kwa Bwana, Kiini cha raha yako, Huna njia mbili tena, Yesu ndiye njia yako" (My heart, be at peace in the Lord, The core of your joy, You no longer have two ways, Jesus is your way). This profound statement underscores the exclusivity and sufficiency of Christ, affirming His words in John 14:6, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." It is a call to undivided devotion, rejecting the notion of serving two masters, a truth proclaimed by Jesus in Matthew 6:24. Finally, the song culminates in an eternal hope, expressed as, "Nadhiri yangu ya mbele, Nitaiweka daima, Hata ije siku ile, Ya kwonana kwa salama" (My future vow, I will keep it forever, Until that day comes, Of meeting in peace). This profound promise speaks to the believer's perseverance and the ultimate hope of meeting Christ face-to-face, a blessed assurance found in Hebrews 10:23, which encourages us to hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful. Beatrice Muhone’s "Siku kuu Siku-kuu Ya kuoshwa dhambi zangu kuu" serves as a powerful anthem of conversion, commitment, and confident hope, inspiring believers to joyfully embrace their spiritual journey and the boundless grace found in Jesus Christ.