Seven Ways of Going
Seven Ways of Redemption: Patti Smith's Spiritual Journey Unveiled
Lyrics
I've got seven ways of going, seven where's to be,
There are multiple paths or ways available to the speaker, suggesting a sense of variety or choice in life.
Seven sweet disguises, seven ways of serving Thee.
The speaker has various ways or methods to show reverence and devotion, possibly towards a divine entity.
Lord, I do extol Thee, for Thou has lifted me.
The speaker expresses praise or admiration towards a higher power, possibly God, for the guidance provided.
Woke me up and shook me out of mine iniquity.
God or a higher power has awakened and removed the speaker from wrongdoing or sin.
Oh, I was undulating in the lewd impostered night.
The speaker describes a time when they were deeply immersed in immoral or deceitful surroundings.
Steeped in a dream to rend the seams to redeem the rock of right.
The speaker was deeply involved in a dreamlike state, trying to understand or achieve righteousness.
Swept through the seas of Galilee and the Seven Hills of Rome.
The speaker mentions traveling through significant locations (Galilee and Rome), possibly symbolizing spiritual journeys or experiences.
Seven sins were wrung from the sight of me,
Seven sins were exposed or removed from the speaker's life, suggesting a purification process.
Lo I turned my neck toward home.
The speaker indicates a turning point or a return to a familiar or desired place.
Ah, I opened up my arms to You, and we spun from life to life,
The speaker expresses a close bond or connection with a divine entity, moving through various phases or lives together.
'Til you loosened me and let me go toward the everlasting light.
Despite the close connection, the divine entity allows the speaker to move towards eternal enlightenment or salvation.
In this big step I am taking seven seizures for the true.
The speaker acknowledges undergoing significant challenges or experiences in their journey towards truth.
I got seven ways of going, seven ways of serving You.
Reiteration of the earlier sentiment, emphasizing the speaker's dedication and multiple methods of devotion.
As I move through seven levels
The speaker describes progressing through various stages or phases in their spiritual or personal journey.
As I move upon the slate
There's a sense of progression or advancement, possibly indicating the recording or documentation of actions or experiences.
As I declare to you
The speaker declares or announces something of significance, possibly regarding their journey or revelations.
The number of my moves
The speaker quantifies or enumerates their actions or decisions, highlighting the importance of each step.
As I speculate the eighth
The speaker contemplates or anticipates a forthcoming phase or stage in their journey.
Seeking love without exception
The speaker expresses a desire for unconditional love, emphasizing inclusivity and acceptance.
A light upon the swarm
There's a metaphorical imagery of seeking enlightenment or clarity amidst chaos or numerous challenges.
Seeking love without exception
Reiteration of the previous sentiment, emphasizing the speaker's relentless pursuit of love and understanding.
A saint in any form.
The speaker sees the potential for goodness or divinity in all forms or manifestations.
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