750. Goodness Is Stronger than Evil

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Text Information
First Line: Goodness is stronger than evil
Title: Goodness Is Stronger than Evil
Author: Desmond Tutu (c. 1994)
Meter: 8.6.7.6.4.4.5
Language: English
Publication Date: 2013
Scripture: ; ; ; ;
Topic: Assurance; Funeral; Hope (1 more...)
Copyright: © 1995 Desmond Tutu
ONE LICENSE: 02636
Tune Information
Name: GOODNESS IS STRONGER
Composer: John L. Bell (1996)
Meter: 8.6.7.6.4.4.5
Key: D Major
Copyright: © 1996 WGRG, Iona Community (admin. GIA Publications, Inc.)


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Recognizing that this text arose from the years of apartheid in South Africa adds depth and resonance to its already confident language. Yet these words can also be read as a summary of Christ’s death and resurrection, the true basis of our hope that good will triumph over evil.


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