ಲಾಭವೇನು | Labhavenu | A Hymn Dedicated to St Francis Xavier | Karnataka Jesuits

Описание: Labhavenu is a heartfelt hymn dedicated to St. Francis Xavier. The inspiration for this composition comes from the profound moment of his conversion—a turning point often recalled from his encounters with St. Ignatius of Loyola. Challenged by Ignatius’ words, “What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world but forfeits his own soul?” St. Francis Xavier underwent a transformation that, although not dramatic, unfolded quietly and profoundly within him.

This hymn emerges from contemplating that interior journey. It serves as a clarion call to all who seek to follow Christ through detachment from worldly things and a wholehearted attachment to Him. Labhavenu is our humble tribute to the saint who carried the light of Christ across nations and continues to touch countless hearts to this day.
Released with love and gratitude, we hope this hymn brings peace, inspiration, and blessings to all who hear it.

Lyrics:
Verse 1
ಲೋಕದ ವೈಭವವು ಮನಸೆಳೆದರು
ಅಗಾಧ ಪ್ರೀತಿಯ ಅರಸುತ ಸಾಗಲು
ಕ್ರಿಸ್ತನ ಮಹಿಮೆಯ ಸಾರಲು
ಕರೆಕೊಟ್ಟರು ಲೊಯೋಲದ ಸಂತ ಇಗ್ನಾಸಿ

Pre Chorus
ಅಗಾಧ ದಯೆಯು
ಹೃದಯದಲಿ ಹರಿದು
ಸವೇರಿಯ ಫ್ರಾನ್ಸಿಸರ
ಜೀವಪ್ರಭೆಯೇ ಬದಲಾಯಿತು

Chorus
ಲಾಭವೇನು ಲಾಭವೇನು
ಜಗವ ಗೆದ್ದು ಲಾಭವೇನು?
ಲಾಭವೇನು ಲಾಭವೇನು
ಆತ್ಮವಿಲ್ಲದೇ ಏನಿದ್ದರೇನು?

Verse 2
ಭಾರತ ದೇಶಕೂ, ನೀ ಕ್ರಿಸ್ತನ ನೀಡಿದೆ
ಸಾಗರ ದಾಟಿದೆ, ಸುವಾರ್ತೆಯ ಸಾರಿದೆ
ಪ್ರೀತಿ-ಶಾಂತಿ, ಸ್ನೇಹ-ಮಮತೆ
ನಿನ್ನ ಜೀವನದಿ ಬೋಧಿಸಿದೆ

Pre Chorus
ಆಧ್ಯಾತ್ಮದ ಸೆಳೆತ,
ಪರಮನ ಪ್ರೀತಿ
ಸವೇರಿಯ ಫ್ರಾನ್ಸಿಸರ,
ಜೀವದೊಲವೇ ಧನ್ಯವಾಯಿತು

Chorus
ಲಾಭವೇನು ಲಾಭವೇನು
ಜಗವ ಗೆದ್ದು ಲಾಭವೇನು?
ಲಾಭವೇನು ಲಾಭವೇನು
ಆತ್ಮವಿಲ್ಲದೇ ಏನಿದ್ದರೇನು?

Outro
ಅಗಾಧ ದಯೆಯು
ಹೃದಯದಲಿ ಹರಿದು
ಸವೇರಿಯ ಫ್ರಾನ್ಸಿಸರ
ಜೀವಧಾರೆಯೇ ಮಾನ್ಯವಾಯಿತು

Vision & Concept: Melvyn Govias, Nikil Robin, Mathew D’Souza, & Adline Monteiro.

Audio Credits
Playback Singers: Ajay Warriar & Leela Upadhya
Music Composition & Mixing: Melvyn Govias
Lyrics: Melvyn Govias & Nikil Robin
Guidance: Frs Stany D'Souza & Francis Fernandes (Diocese of Shimoga)
Recorded at Sarang Studios, Mangaluru
Mastered by Mr Wilfred Lasrado

Video credits
Dancers: Manvitha K. Shetty, Tanisha. A.E., Kruthi Kayya, Bhavyashree, & Dhruvi
Videography: Godwin Sparkle, Sparkle Studio Mangaluru
Title design & Colourist: Mr Patrick Carvalho
Video editing: Adline Monteiro

Special thanks to
Most Rev. Bishop Francis Serrao SJ, Bishop of Mysore
Rev. Fr Dionysius Vaz SJ, Provincial of Karnataka Jesuit Province
Rev. Fr Pratap Chandru SJ, PCF of Karnataka Jesuit Province
Rev. Fr Melwin J. Pinto SJ, Rector of St Aloysius Institutions, Mangaluru
Rev. Fr Clifford Sequeira SJ, Principal St. Aloysius PU College, Mangaluru
Rev. Fr Marcel William Rodrigues SJ
Rev. Fr Francis Fernandes SJ
Rector & DNC Community, Pune

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