When those whose thoughts are crystal clear
meet those who are confused,
reality can seem disturbed
and sense can feel abused.
We stand upon a sheer abyss
while vertigo takes hold,
the air above, the sea beneath,
our actions uncontrolled.
Verses 2-3 follow
Tune: MACPHERSON’S FAREWELL (Anonymous Scottish, arranged by David Iliff – Jubilate Hymns); COE FEN
Metre: CMD
Andrew Pratt (born 1948)
Words © 8/6/2013 Stainer & Bell Ltd, London, England, www.stainer.co.uk.
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