The Year of the Flood A companion to Margaret Atwood's novel
Hymns
Today We Praise Our Saint Dian (Reflection)
“Today We Praise Our Saint Dian” from The God’s Gardeners Oral Hymnbook pg 316 This hymn honors Dian Fossey, a zoologist who focused her studies on primatology, or the study of primates. In regards to her mysterious murder in 1985, some speculate that she was murdered because of the hindrance she posed for those who […]
Oh Let Me Not Be Proud (Reflection)
“Oh Let Me Not Be Proud” from The God’s Gardeners Oral Hymnbook pg 54 The nature of pride is implicitly based on a kind of excessiveness. While it is important to have positive self-regard, pride can undermine one’s values and endeavors. It skews the way we relate to our surroundings and the way we calculate […]
My Body Is My Earthly Ark (Reflection)
“My Body Is My Earthly Ark” from The God’s Gardeners Oral Hymnbook pg 93 Being particularly fascinated by bodies, “My Body Is My Earthly Ark” holds special significance for me. While the message is short and simple, it seems to be one of the most meaningful and spiritual songs from The God’s Gardeners Oral […]
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