Oh Lebanon
Some images do not move quickly.
They endure.
Lebanon is one of those images.
In the Scriptures, Lebanon is associated with height, whiteness, and strength — a place that rises above the valleys and remains unmoved by what passes below. Its cedars stand tall through generations. Its mountains hold their form through centuries. Lebanon is not defined by motion, but by presence.
In Oh Lebanon, the mountain is formed of white stone.
White stone is not fragile. It does not rot or dissolve. It represents what endures — what is not subject to decay, loss, or erosion. A single white stone speaks of permanence. A mountain of white stones speaks of unshaken authority.
This is not authority built through force or noise.
It is authority that stands because it cannot be undone.
A mountain of white stones is a picture of lives that do not fade — lives made lasting, firm, and whole. Together, they form something immovable. Storms may pass. Fire may come near. Time may move forward. But the mountain remains.
Lebanon, then, is more than a place of vision. It is a place of continuity.
From the mountain, both danger and blessing can be seen clearly. The valleys are visible, but they do not define the view. Perspective changes when the ground beneath your feet is secure.
That is why this song is joyful.
Joy here is not excitement or escape. It is the quiet confidence that comes from standing on something that will still be there tomorrow — and beyond tomorrow. It is joy rooted in permanence.
“Clear the path to Lebanon” is an invitation to rise — not to hurry, not to strive, but to stand where what matters most cannot be shaken.
Some mountains are climbed.
Others are entered.
Lebanon is a mountain that stands forever.
Lyrics
[Chorus]
Clear the path to Lebanon
Oh Lebanon, Lebanon
Clear the way
Lift your eyes and see
Clear the path through
A forest of Cedars
In full glory
[Verse 1]
Oh Lebanon, bright glorious
A white mountain rising clear
Streaming rivers pour below
Bubbling springs appear
This is the real life
Can you feel His living flame
Our hearts are burning bright
God’s Kingdom now reigns
[Chorus]
Clear the path to Lebanon
Oh Lebanon, Lebanon
Clear the way
Lift your eyes and see
Clear the path through
A forest of Cedars
In full glory
[Verse 2]
From the heights I see green valleys
Where the shadows lie below
Danger lurking far beyond
As your peace starts to grow
White stones shine with light
Every name is known and sealed
Our future is in sight
God’s will is revealed
[Chorus]
Clear the path to Lebanon
Oh Lebanon, Lebanon
Clear the way
Lift your eyes and see
Clear the path through
A forest of Cedars
In full glory
