I believe these lyrics are showing an objective view of biblical scripture of Genesis. They are quoting it nigh verbatim, the intended effect being that there actually is no firmament. No solidified separation between the sky and world its atmosphere encompasses. Ultimately the band has an anti-theistic approach to their style of lyrics. They often illustrate that the beliefs that so many hold close and dear to their hearts are based on out-dated standards of thought, perceptions, and notions. All of these things can come crashing down just like the band bringing down the firmament itself, shattering the sky with dissonance and fractured rhythms. It pulls people into its chordal progression much like a dialogue would, the topic of discussion: What do you believe? Is it at all real?
I believe these lyrics are showing an objective view of biblical scripture of Genesis. They are quoting it nigh verbatim, the intended effect being that there actually is no firmament. No solidified separation between the sky and world its atmosphere encompasses. Ultimately the band has an anti-theistic approach to their style of lyrics. They often illustrate that the beliefs that so many hold close and dear to their hearts are based on out-dated standards of thought, perceptions, and notions. All of these things can come crashing down just like the band bringing down the firmament itself, shattering the sky with dissonance and fractured rhythms. It pulls people into its chordal progression much like a dialogue would, the topic of discussion: What do you believe? Is it at all real?