Express Without Words “For As We Have Many Members In One Body, And All Members Have Not The Same Office: So We, Being Many, Are Art

“But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” (Matthew 6:6-15, KJV)
“But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” (Matthew 6:6-15, KJV)
First century Palestine. Jesus sits on a rock on a hillside teaching a large group of His disciples. The Sermon on the Mount. Jesus wears a plain robe like most ordinary men. Jesus' face is kind, but intense, as He teaches. The other people are mostly peasants, farmers, and tradesmen. There are also women present, wearing plain, everyday clothing. Some couples have also brought their children. The Sea of Galilee shines in the far distance.
Express without words Isaiah 29:12 (KJV) 12 And the book is delivered to him that is not learned, saying, Read this, I pray thee: and he saith, I am not learned.
Without using words create “Doth the plowman plow all day to sow? doth he open and break the clods of his ground? When he hath made plain the face thereof, doth he not cast abroad the fitches, and scatter the cummin, and cast in the principal wheat and the appointed barley and the rie in their place? For his God doth instruct him to discretion, and doth teach him. For the fitches are not threshed with a threshing instrument, neither is a cart wheel turned about upon the cummin; but the fitches are beaten out with a staff, and the cummin with a rod. Bread corn is bruised; because he will not ever be threshing it, nor break it with the wheel of his cart, nor bruise it with his horsemen. This also cometh forth from the LORD of hosts, which is wonderful in counsel, and excellent in working.” (Isaiah 28:24-29, KJV)
Luke 23:14 (KJV) 14 Said unto them, Ye have brought this man unto me, as one that perverteth the people: and, behold, I, having examined him before you, have found no fault in this man touching those things whereof ye accuse him:
Please use a web of light which interweaves through the believers and enlightens the heart to express “That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. For though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ.” (Colossians 2:2-5, KJV)
Now therefore be ye not mockers, lest your bands be made strong: for I have heard from the Lord GOD of hosts a consumption, even determined upon the whole earth. (Isaiah 28:22 KJV)
“But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” (Matthew 6:6-15, KJV)
“The archers have sorely grieved him, and shot at him, and hated him:” (Genesis 49:23, KJV)
Express without words “And we will cut wood out of Lebanon, as much as thou shalt need: and we will bring it to thee in floats by sea to Joppa; and thou shalt carry it up to Jerusalem.” (2 Chronicles 2:16, KJV)
“The archers have sorely grieved him, and shot at him, and hated him: But his bow abode in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob; (from thence is the shepherd, the stone of Israel:)” (Genesis 49:23-24, KJV)
Epic Biblical Baroque Painting Style, High-Contrast Tenebrism Lighting, Supernatural Realism. A monumental, earth-shattering scene at Golgotha at the precise moment of death. The Central Figure: Jesus hangs lifelessly on a rough wooden cross, head bowed in finality, his body pale and scarred. A subtle, fading divine light emanates from him. The titulus above his head reads "INRI." The Manifestation of the Roar (Jasher 54 influence): At the very instant of his death, the environment is violently convulsing, visualizing the "roar" of Judah echoing through time. Behind and above the cross, the dark, stormy clouds are being ripped apart by a massive, translucent ethereal manifestation of a roaring Lion's head formed from dust, lightning, and golden spiritual energy. The Environmental Impact: The ground beneath the cross is cracking open with deep fissures. Massive boulders are shattering into dust mid-air. The temple veil in the distant city background is visibly tearing top-to-bottom. The Human Reaction: Below the cross, the scene is one of absolute supernatural terror (as described in Jasher). Roman centurions are cowering on the ground, covering their ears, their helmets knocked off. Horses are rearing wildly, throwing their riders. The few followers present (Mary, John) are driven to their knees, not just in grief, but overwhelmed by the physical force of the cosmic event. The lighting is a chaotic mix of deep eclipse shadow and blinding bursts of supernatural golden-red light from the roaring manifestation.
“That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. For though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ.” (Colossians 2:2-5, KJV)
A cinematic, hyper-realistic shot of a person standing in a serene, sun-drenched meadow at dawn. They have their eyes closed and a peaceful, joyful expression, with hands gently placed over their heart. A soft, radiant golden light emanates from within their chest, symbolizing the Spirit. In the deep shadows behind them, a dark, dusty wine goblet sits forgotten and untouched. Swirling, ethereal ribbons of light—resembling flowing musical staves—dance in the air around them. Warm atmosphere, divine glow, 8k resolution, highly detailed, no text, no words.
Wing Sun is a 10 year old Malaysian boy. We see him from the back as he stands, looking down the street in the evening. The scent of mooncakes and burning lantern oil fills the air in the street in Petaling Jaya where Wing Sun lives. Everything is aglow with the soft light of lanterns, their colors reflected in the puddles left by the afternoon rain. At least 6 vendors have pulled their carts up onto the sidewalks on both sides of the street, selling moon pies and other special treats. Several of Wing-Sun's neighborhood friends, some younger than he and some a little older, were standing around in a circle, waiting for him to come outside.
An outdoor scene in at the beach. A White Mom and African-American Dad walk away from the camera with their two kids, all holding hands. The mood is warm and safe. The sun is setting in the distance. Everyone is wearing beach-style clothes, not bathing suits. It's a pretty happy family.
“That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. For though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ.” (Colossians 2:2-5, KJV) Please use youthful people to express this.
“That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. For though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ.” (Colossians 2:2-5, KJV) Please use youthful people to express this.
“For the needy shall not alway be forgotten: the expectation of the poor shall not perish for ever.” (Psalms 9:18, KJV)
“For the needy shall not alway be forgotten: the expectation of the poor shall not perish for ever.” (Psalms 9:18, KJV)
I sat, long ago, on an Asian hill with a Shakya Mundi friend, and watched the autumn leaves fall down from high above, giants in the forest casting off their wakefulness, falling progressively into winter’s long, white sleep. “The important thing to know about trees” he said, “is that they are most beautiful in autumn; just before the winter snow. They live and grow through the entire year just for these brief moments of stunning beauty. We are like that.” He said, “but we have only one autumn, and a very long winter.”
Colossians 2:2-5 (KJV) 2 That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; 3 In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. 4 And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. 5 For though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ.
Colossians 2:2-5 (KJV) 2 That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; 3 In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. 4 And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. 5 For though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ.
Art Style & Atmosphere: A richly detailed, cinematic fantasy photograph with a whimsical, storybook quality. The lighting is dappled and golden, filtering through a complex canopy, creating a serene and wondrous atmosphere. The Subjects: A magnificent, large Bengal tigress with deep orange and black fur walks with a slow, confident stride through the center of the frame. Perched comfortably on her shoulder blades, looking around with wide-eyed curiosity, is a small tabby kitten with unusual, muted olive-green and brownish-grey striped fur. The Environment (The Forest-Library): The setting is a seamless, magical fusion of an ancient woodland and a grand library. The Trees: Towering, gnarled trees have trunks that are not just bark, but carved wooden bookshelves packed tight with thousands of leather-bound books, scrolls, and codices. The Canopy: The "leaves" above are a mixture of real green foliage and open book pages fluttering in the breeze, creating a stained-glass effect with the sunlight. The Floor: The forest floor is a mix of moss, roots, and stacks of old books that look like natural rock formations or undergrowth. School Elements: Old, weathered wooden school desks are integrated into the landscape, some overgrown with ivy, holding open botanical textbooks. A large slate chalkboard, covered in arcane botanical diagrams, is embedded into a mossy rock face. Composition: A wide-angle shot showing the scale of the environment as the tigress and kitten move along a path paved with worn flagstones and embedded encyclopedias.
Art Style & Atmosphere: A richly detailed, cinematic fantasy photograph with a whimsical, storybook quality. The lighting is dappled and golden, filtering through a complex canopy, creating a serene and wondrous atmosphere. The Subjects: A magnificent, large Bengal tigress with deep orange and black fur walks with a slow, confident stride through the center of the frame. Perched comfortably on her shoulder blades, looking around with wide-eyed curiosity, is a small tabby kitten with unusual, muted olive-green and brownish-grey striped fur. The Environment (The Forest-Library): The setting is a seamless, magical fusion of an ancient woodland and a grand library. The Trees: Towering, gnarled trees have trunks that are not just bark, but carved wooden bookshelves packed tight with thousands of leather-bound books, scrolls, and codices. The Canopy: The "leaves" above are a mixture of real green foliage and open book pages fluttering in the breeze, creating a stained-glass effect with the sunlight. The Floor: The forest floor is a mix of moss, roots, and stacks of old books that look like natural rock formations or undergrowth. School Elements: Old, weathered wooden school desks are integrated into the landscape, some overgrown with ivy, holding open botanical textbooks. A large slate chalkboard, covered in arcane botanical diagrams, is embedded into a mossy rock face. Composition: A wide-angle shot showing the scale of the environment as the tigress and kitten move along a path paved with worn flagstones and embedded encyclopedias.
A profoundly symbolic and awe-inspiring depiction of a colossal, luminous pearl which rolls to open a gate in the New Jerusalem, captured in the dynamic act of rolling away, similar to the stone being moved from Christ's tomb. The gate, a single, immense, perfectly spherical pearl, is shown mid-motion, having just been set aside from the entrance, revealing the glorious city beyond. The pearl and the entrance opening are the same size. The pearl itself glows with an intense, soft iridescence, reflecting the divine light. Its surface shows subtle, exquisite details of mother-of-pearl. The frame or opening from which it has rolled away is visible, perhaps showing immense, smooth tracks or channels in the transparent gold structure of the city wall, reinforcing the idea of its monumental movement. Through the now open gate, the radiant glory of the New Jerusalem streams forth. Pure gold streets, like transparent glass, extend into the city, illuminated by an intense, divine light that emanates from within. Heavenly architecture, impossibly beautiful and intricate, is glimpsed in the distance, beckoning. The atmosphere is one of profound sanctity, triumphant revelation, and welcoming access to the divine, with the act of the pearl rolling away symbolizing a breakthrough or an open invitation. The lighting is ethereal and grand, emphasizing the pearl's luster and the city's overwhelming glory."
So, you look at those captains and then at yourself and you wonder: “Why them, and not me?” As you paddle along in your pitiful state, a canoe you hope no one will see. But there’s just enough room for those trusted to you for safe passage, provisions, and tare. So, you keep to yourself, and you follow the shore, making passage for those in your care.
Art Style & Atmosphere: A richly detailed, cinematic fantasy photograph with a whimsical, storybook quality. The lighting is dappled and golden, filtering through a complex canopy, creating a serene and wondrous atmosphere. The Subjects: A magnificent, large Bengal tigress with deep orange and black fur walks with a slow, confident stride through the center of the frame. Perched comfortably on her shoulder blades, looking around with wide-eyed curiosity, is a small tabby kitten with unusual, muted olive-green and brownish-grey striped fur. The Environment (The Forest-Library): The setting is a seamless, magical fusion of an ancient woodland and a grand library. The Trees: Towering, gnarled trees have trunks that are not just bark, but carved wooden bookshelves packed tight with thousands of leather-bound books, scrolls, and codices. The Canopy: The "leaves" above are a mixture of real green foliage and open book pages fluttering in the breeze, creating a stained-glass effect with the sunlight. The Floor: The forest floor is a mix of moss, roots, and stacks of old books that look like natural rock formations or undergrowth. School Elements: Old, weathered wooden school desks are integrated into the landscape, some overgrown with ivy, holding open botanical textbooks. A large slate chalkboard, covered in arcane botanical diagrams, is embedded into a mossy rock face. Composition: A wide-angle shot showing the scale of the environment as the tigress and kitten move along a path paved with worn flagstones and embedded encyclopedias.
“Maschil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my mouth will I make known thy faithfulness to all generations. For I have said, Mercy shall be built up for ever: thy faithfulness shalt thou establish in the very heavens.” (Psalms 89:1-2, KJV)
“Maschil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my mouth will I make known thy faithfulness to all generations. For I have said, Mercy shall be built up for ever: thy faithfulness shalt thou establish in the very heavens.” (Psalms 89:1-2, KJV)
“Even by the God of thy father, who shall help thee; and by the Almighty, who shall bless thee with blessings of heaven above, blessings of the deep that lieth under, blessings of the breasts, and of the womb: The blessings of thy father have prevailed above the blessings of my progenitors unto the utmost bound of the everlasting hills: they shall be on the head of Joseph, and on the crown of the head of him that was separate from his brethren.” (Genesis 49:25-26, KJV)
An incredibly detailed and profound scene depicting the Vision of the Dry Bones from Ezekiel 37. The immediate foreground features a stark, highly detailed close-up of a single ancient human skull, its empty eye sockets gazing out, perfectly rendered with realistic bone texture. Beyond this skull, stretching into the mid-ground, a vast, desolate valley is entirely carpeted with an immense, sprawling expanse of countless other ancient, stark white human bones and skulls. A powerful, divine wind (ruach), emanating an ethereal, sacred glow, swirls violently through this boneyard. This divine energy causes the bones to dramatically rattle, shift, and miraculously knit together, forming complete skeletons. Further in the background, some of these skeletons have already begun to rapidly form tendons, flesh, and skin, starting to rise as part of a nascent, colossal army. The sky above is dramatic and ominous, with streaks of divine light breaking through thick clouds. The overall mood is one of overwhelming desolation, followed by the initial, awe-inspiring moments of miraculous transformation and the promise of life."
“That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. For though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ.” (Colossians 2:2-5, KJV)
“That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. For though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ.” (Colossians 2:2-5, KJV)
A triptych set of three drawings, continuous scene flowing left to right, left panel shows a palomino horse in the foreground on the far left side of the scene walking down a grassy slope toward a reflective teal-blue river in the Scottish Highlands with rocks and ferns around its hooves. Center panel continues the same landscape as the horse now appears in the midground at the center of the scene standing at the river’s edge drinking from the reflective water beside ancient moss-covered stone ruins. Right panel continues the scene as the horse appears far away in the distance on the far right side of the scene following the riverbank toward steep mist-covered mountains with dramatic sunlight breaking through the clouds, unified natural palette of greens golds and reflective teal blues, consistent cinematic lighting, shared horizon line, smoothf uninterrupted left-to-right visual flow with no panel separation.
Seamless triptych artwork with no dividing lines or borders, continuous scene flowing left to right, left panel shows a palomino horse in the foreground on the far left side of the scene walking down a grassy slope toward a reflective teal-blue river in the Scottish Highlands with rocks and ferns around its hooves, center panel continues the same landscape as the horse now appears in the midground at the center of the scene standing at the river’s edge drinking from the reflective water beside ancient moss-covered stone ruins, right panel continues the scene as the horse appears far away in the distance on the far right side of the scene following the riverbank toward steep mist-covered mountains with dramatic sunlight breaking through the clouds, unified natural palette of greens golds and reflective teal blues, consistent cinematic lighting, shared horizon line, smooth uninterrupted left-to-right visual flow with no panel separation.
A stunning conceptual art piece representing Colossians 2:2. Two vibrant, glowing human hearts are positioned in a dark, cosmic void. They are not touching, but are connected by hundreds of vibrating, iridescent "quantum threads" and swirling subatomic particles. When one heart pulses with golden light, the other reacts instantly with the same frequency, symbolizing quantum entanglement. The space between them is filled with glowing mathematical equations and sacred geometry representing the "treasures of wisdom and knowledge." Hyper-realistic, ethereal, neon-amber and deep violet palette, 8k resolution.
A stunning conceptual art piece representing Colossians 2:2. Two vibrant, glowing human hearts are positioned in a dark, cosmic void. They are not touching, but are connected by hundreds of vibrating, iridescent "quantum threads" and swirling subatomic particles. When one heart pulses with golden light, the other reacts instantly with the same frequency, symbolizing quantum entanglement. The space between them is filled with glowing mathematical equations and sacred geometry representing the "treasures of wisdom and knowledge." Hyper-realistic, ethereal, neon-amber and deep violet palette, 8k resolution.
Seamless triptych artwork, continuous scene flowing left to right, left panel shows a palomino horse in the foreground on the far left side of the scene walking down a grassy slope toward a reflective teal-blue river in the Scottish Highlands with rocks and ferns around its hooves, center panel continues the same landscape as the horse now appears in the midground at the center of the scene standing at the river’s edge drinking from the reflective water beside ancient moss-covered stone ruins, right panel continues the scene as the horse appears far away in the distance on the far right side of the scene following the riverbank toward steep mist-covered mountains with dramatic sunlight breaking through the clouds, unified natural palette of greens golds and reflective teal blues, consistent cinematic lighting, shared horizon line, smooth uninterrupted left-to-right visual flow with no panel separation.
"A historically accurate depiction of a Ghost Dance, focusing on the late 19th-century context, specifically around 1890-1891. The scene shows Lakota (Sioux) or Northern Paiute people (specify one or include elements of both, but avoid anachronisms) participating in the ceremony. Setting: A vast, open prairie or high desert landscape, under an expansive sky. The time of day could be dusk or night, with a prominent moon or stars, or a bright, clear day. Avoid overtly spiritual or ethereal elements like floating spirits unless explicitly requested for a later, more symbolic iteration. The focus should be on the earthly ceremony. Participants: A circle of men, women, and children, hand-in-hand, moving in a slow, rhythmic shuffle or circular motion. Their faces show a mixture of devotion, hope, and determination. Some may have expressions of trance or deep concentration. Attire: Ghost Dance Shirts/Dresses: Emphasize the unique Ghost Dance shirts and dresses, which were typically made of muslin or canvas. These garments should feature painted designs such as stars, crescents, birds (especially eagles or crows), buffalo, human figures, or crosses. The designs should appear hand-painted, not mass-produced. Hair and Adornments: Participants should have braided hair or wear it long. Some may wear feathers (e.g., eagle or hawk feathers) in their hair. Minimal traditional adornments, as the focus was often on the Ghost Dance shirt itself. Avoid overly elaborate or Hollywood-esque depictions of war bonnets unless relevant to a specific individual and context. Footwear: Moccasins or bare feet. Action/Atmosphere: The dancers are moving in a counter-clockwise circle, with a central figure or a small group often leading. The overall mood is one of earnest prayer and communal spiritual effort. The dance should convey a sense of hope for renewal and the return of the old ways, rather than aggression or despair. There might be a central pole or small fire as a focal point, around which the dance takes place. Avoid any signs of direct conflict or violence; the Ghost Dance itself was a non-violent spiritual movement. Specific Considerations for Accuracy: Wovoka's Influence: The teachings of Wovoka (the Northern Paiute prophet) emphasized peace, hard work, and the return of the buffalo and deceased ancestors. The scene should subtly reflect this hopeful, redemptive spirit. Regional Variations: If focusing on Lakota, consider their specific interpretations, which sometimes included more imagery related to their warrior traditions on the shirts, but still within the peaceful framework of the dance. Respectful Portrayal: Ensure the depiction is respectful and avoids any stereotypical or caricatured representations of Indigenous people. Focus on their human dignity and spiritual sincerity.
Now, those captains must learn what the river will do when it makes that great turn out of sight. How it dashes them up on the rocks of the shore How it spins to the left and the right. It beats them and breaks them and crushes their pride Leaves them dizzy and sick and all jumbled inside ‘til they’ve all but forgotten that glorious ride lying flat on their deck in the sun. There they lie, drying out in the sun. As you round the point where the river was bent and survey the great wideness ahead, you can see all those captains alone on their decks, beat and broken and very near dead. Then the current takes hold and there’s naught you can do as it drags you down into its maw. Headed straight for those rocks, you make ready to crash but at last, you rise up, roll and yaw. Going back and away, then forward again, fearing each time, the rocks will prevail! You’re trapped in a cycling, circling tide, in an eddy withstanding a gale. But each time you circle that great whirling tide and you’ve not hit the rocks or been thrown to the side and you’re kept from the falls, cascading and wide, for the eddy’s small mercy give praise. Give the merciful currents your praise!