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Who hasn't gone to a stately home and stood in awe at the dining table, set with rows of knives and forks, various gleaming glasses, elaborate centre pieces? I've often wondered about what would be served for each of the courses.
Between now and the beginning of Lent I'm going to use a George Herbert poem as a starting point for prayer;
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| https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/44371/prayer-i |
There are 14 lines; one line a day takes us to the beginning of March.
The words are so powerful. I'm not sure I understand it, but I can always chase down an analysis on the Internet.
The idea of prayer being like an eternal banquet, where we are all invited to come and take our fill is astounding.
'Panis Angelicus' must surely be the best choice of music for the first line?
Thank you for Panis Angelicus.
ReplyDeleteI visited the Pavilion in brighton some years ago, such a stunning place. It will be interesting to think through your poem.
It's a beautiful piece of music.
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