To "prepare" this piece for a recital, service, or personal study, focus on the following elements based on its traditional lyrics :

If performing as a song, it is typically sung in a melodic, hymn-like style. You can find audio examples on Cornel Popa's YouTube channel .

Streets paved with gold and gates made of precious stones.

Maintain a serene, hopeful, and reverent tone. If reciting, the pace should be slow to allow the listener to visualize the "splendor" described. Structure: