Lyrics
Verse 1
When I have passed beyond the earthly veil
And left behind the shadow and the gate
Mourn not for me as if the light has died
For now I walk with the Savior at my side
Among the saints and kin of long ago
I find the peace that only God can show
Chorus
So if you wish, remember me with love
And let me rest within the light above
For I am home, where every tear is dried
And ancient gates are opened far and wide
Yes, if you wish, remember me today
Until we meet where shadows fade away
Verse 2
I am not lost, I’ve simply gone ahead
To join the host of those the world calls dead
But here we live, and here we labor still
To do with joy our Father’s holy will
I’ll keep a place for you within the light
Until we meet where there is no more night
Bridge
The work goes on, the love is deeper now
A crown of peace upon a weary brow
Outro
I will remember you
In perfect light and love
Video
Meaning & Inspiration
“Beyond the Veil” by Cedar and Salt Music is written from the voice of someone who has died, speaking comfort to those left behind. The first verse says not to mourn as if the light has died, because the speaker now walks with the Savior at their side, among the saints and kin of long ago. The language of peace that only God can show is close to the hope of 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, which speaks of grieving with hope.
The chorus invites loving remembrance and describes a home where every tear is dried, a line that recalls Revelation 21:4. The second verse says the speaker is not lost but has gone ahead, while those still living go on laboring to do their Father’s will.
The bridge speaks of work continuing and a crown of peace, and the outro offers a quiet promise of remembering in perfect light and love. The overall tone is gentle and hopeful, written as a hymn for funerals and times of loss.
Related Scripture
- Revelation 21:4 God wiping away every tear
- 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 Grieving with hope for those who have fallen asleep in Jesus
- Philippians 1:23 Departing to be with Christ