Amagama Okuhlabelela 113 ((full)) May 2026

The Amagama Okuhlabelela book was originally prepared by the in Natal, South Africa.

The hymn describes God’s word as "lilungile" (good/right) and "linamandla" (powerful), with the ability to drive away darkness ("liyaxotsha ubumnyama").

The first edition featuring music adapted specifically to the rhythm of the Zulu language was released in 1887 .

The title translates to "The Word of Jehovah," and the lyrics focus on the light, power, and wisdom found in divine scripture.

For over a century, these hymns were preserved in physical books using Tonic Sol-fa notation , a system that helped local choirs and congregations learn complex four-part harmonies without needing to read traditional sheet music.