In celebration of the 400th anniversary of the publication of the King James Bible, a triumph for both the spirit and the English language, OS offers yet one more glorious passage for your enjoyment, Psalm 118:
O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: because his mercy endureth for ever.
Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth for ever.
Let the house of Aaron now say, that his mercy endureth for ever.
Let them now that fear the LORD say, that his mercy endureth for ever.
I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place.
The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?
The LORD taketh my part with them that help me: therefore shall I see my desire upon them that hate me.
It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.
All nations compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD will I destroy them.
They compassed me about; yea, they compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.
They compassed me about like bees; they are quenched as the fire of thorns: for in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.
Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall: but the LORD helped me.
The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.
The voice of rejoicing and salvation is in the tabernacles of the righteous: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly.
The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly.
I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD.
The LORD hath chastened me sore: but he hath not given me over unto death.
Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will go into them, and I will praise the LORD: This gate of the LORD, into which the righteous shall enter.
I will praise thee: for thou hast heard me, and art become my salvation.
The stone which the builders refused is become the head stone of the corner.
This is the LORD's doing; it is marvellous in our eyes.
This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.
Save now, I beseech thee, O LORD: O LORD, I beseech thee, send now prosperity.
Blessed be he that cometh in the name of the LORD: we have blessed you out of the house of the LORD.
God is the LORD, which hath shewed us light: bind the sacrifice with cords, even unto the horns of the altar.
Thou art my God, and I will praise thee: thou art my God, I will exalt thee.
O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.
And, a musical setting drawn from that Psalm, as sung by the choir of King's College, Cambridge.
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Friday, February 18, 2011
Friday, February 11, 2011
Just Because It's Friday: Ephesians 3, King James Version
It's Friday, and for this weekend, in honor of the 400th anniversary of the publication of the King James Bible, the glorious words of St. Paul to the Ephesians:
Ephesians Chapter 3, verse 14 and following:
For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man;
That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height;
And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.
Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.
And, for a musical moment that almost matches St. Paul's prose:
Ephesians Chapter 3, verse 14 and following:
For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man;
That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height;
And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.
Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.
And, for a musical moment that almost matches St. Paul's prose:
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Candlemas 2011
Candlemas is not much celebrated these days, which is unfortunate.
Following the events of Bethlehem--a birth, and angels, and shepherds--life returned to its more normal rhythms. Joseph takes Mary to the Temple of Jerusalem for presentation of their child, to fulfill the traditions of the faith and the day.
Of, course, with this child and family, not much would ever be considered 'normal'.
As found in the account in Luke 2, the day included a divine appointment:
(beginning v. 25) And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him. And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ.
And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,
Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said, Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word: For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people; A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.
And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him.
And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against; (Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.
One of the great 'Whoodathunkit' moments of history. The old man knew, as bleak as the situation was, that he had every reason for optimism, and that before departing this vale, he would see his hopes realized in the flesh. Not some platitude or good feeling or promise--he was gonna see the Real Deal. All he had to do was wait, remain faithful, and go about his business. And that's what he was doing that same morning; going about his business, just like Mary and Joseph were going about theirs.
So, OS, before heading back to his overcrowded schedule, wants to post a word of hope to all ya'll who are watching a large part of the world beginning to burn down:
Sit tight, you're in safe hands, so go about your business and remain faithful. You never know who you might run into later today, when you least expect it.
And, in honor of the day, the BBC broadcast this week's Evensong from King's College Cambridge. It's an hour of utter beauty and inspiration, and will be archived for a week. Don't ya'll procrastinate, and don't neglect to listen. It'll do your soul good.
Following the events of Bethlehem--a birth, and angels, and shepherds--life returned to its more normal rhythms. Joseph takes Mary to the Temple of Jerusalem for presentation of their child, to fulfill the traditions of the faith and the day.
Of, course, with this child and family, not much would ever be considered 'normal'.
As found in the account in Luke 2, the day included a divine appointment:
(beginning v. 25) And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him. And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ.
And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,
Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said, Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word: For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people; A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.
And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him.
And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against; (Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.
One of the great 'Whoodathunkit' moments of history. The old man knew, as bleak as the situation was, that he had every reason for optimism, and that before departing this vale, he would see his hopes realized in the flesh. Not some platitude or good feeling or promise--he was gonna see the Real Deal. All he had to do was wait, remain faithful, and go about his business. And that's what he was doing that same morning; going about his business, just like Mary and Joseph were going about theirs.
So, OS, before heading back to his overcrowded schedule, wants to post a word of hope to all ya'll who are watching a large part of the world beginning to burn down:
Sit tight, you're in safe hands, so go about your business and remain faithful. You never know who you might run into later today, when you least expect it.
And, in honor of the day, the BBC broadcast this week's Evensong from King's College Cambridge. It's an hour of utter beauty and inspiration, and will be archived for a week. Don't ya'll procrastinate, and don't neglect to listen. It'll do your soul good.
Sunday, January 23, 2011
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