Psalms for Praying
Nan C. Merrill
You set me free and
clothed me with gladness.
Now my soul may praise You and not be silent.
O my Beloved, I will be grateful to You
forever and ever.
Amen
Merrill's use of "Amen" surprised me. In traditional translations of the psalms, I do not think this word ever appears. However, as I peruse her work, I realize she uses it more than once. It is a beautiful word of surrender ("may it be so" is the most common translation) that tends to be overused in our informal society. I liken it to the prayer, "Thy will be done." These words can have profound implications in our lives.
May your soul sing today with words and non-words of deep meaning and connection. Amen.
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