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429. As a Chalice Cast of Gold

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Text Information
First Line: As a chalice cast of gold
Title: As a Chalice Cast of Gold
Author: Thomas H. Troeger (1984)
Meter: 7.7.7.D
Language: English
Publication Date: 2013
Scripture: ; ; ;
Topic: Confession; Living in Christ; Repentance (2 more...)
Copyright: © 1985 Oxford University Press
Tune Information
Name: INWARD LIGHT
Composer: Carol Doran (1984)
Meter: 7.7.7.D
Key: D Major
Copyright: © 1985 Oxford University Press
Notes: Guitar chords do not correspond with keyboard harmony.


Text Information:

This prayerful text is based on Mark 7:1–8, 14–15, 21–23, where Jesus teaches that external religious observances are much less important than purity of heart. The tune was composed at the same time as part of a collaborative effort to create new hymns for a seminary community.


Media
Audio recording: Audio (MP3)

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