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Tag Archives: Latin
Heavenly Salem
Here’s an early Christian hymn, sung at the dedication of church buildings. For my Protestant friends, it’s kind of like “The Church’s One Foundation” (S. J. Stone, 1866) — only better. Blessed City Blessèd city, heavenly Salem, vision dear of … Continue reading
Posted in Anglican, Catholic, mysticism
Tagged anthems, bridal mysticism, Christianity, Hymns, Latin, Poetry, urban dwelling
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Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones
This is a holiday week! The Feast of St. Michael and All Angels is on Sept. 29. In preparation, here’s an angel-worthy hymn. It was written by Athelstan Riley and published in 1906 — thus proving that great hymnody could … Continue reading
Posted in Anglican, Catholic, Church Year, Eastern Orthodox, Hymns
Tagged angelology, angels, anthems, Christianity, Greek, hymnody, Latin, Poetry
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The Middle Room 