See the lyrics of “Give Me Oil In My Lamp”
Give me oil in my lamp, keep me burning
Give me oil in my lamp, I pray
Give me oil in my lamp, keep me burning
Keep me burning till the break of day
Sing hosanna, sing hosanna
Sing hosanna to the King of kings!
Sing hosanna, sing hosanna
Sing hosanna to the King!
About Give Me Oil in My Lamp Lyrics
“Give Me Oil in My Lamp” is a traditional Christian hymn often used in children’s services and has been popular within the Christian community for its lively tune and easy-to-learn lyrics.
The song draws its theme from the biblical parable of the ten virgins in the Gospel of Matthew, where the virgins need oil in their lamps to greet the bridegroom.
This theme of preparedness and being filled with the Holy Spirit to continue one’s faithful journey resonates with many Christian teachings.