Family Bible
Nurturing Memories: Unveiling the Soulful Wisdom within Family Bible
Lyrics
There's a family Bible on the table
Symbolizes the presence of a family Bible on the table, a central focal point in the family.
Each page is torn and hard to read
Highlights the wear and tear of the Bible's pages, suggesting its age and frequent use.
But the family Bible on the table
Reiterates the importance of the family Bible, emphasizing its significance as a repository of memories.
Will ever be my key to memories
Expresses that the family Bible holds the key to cherished memories.
At the end of day when work was over
Describes a routine moment at the end of the day when work is completed.
And when the evening meal was done
Depicts the conclusion of the evening meal, signifying a time for family activities.
Dad would read to us from the family Bible
Recalls the father reading from the family Bible, emphasizing a tradition of spiritual guidance.
And we'd count our many blessings one by one
Portrays a scene where the family collectively appreciates and acknowledges their blessings.
I can see us sittin' round the table
Evoques an image of family members gathered around the table during Bible reading sessions.
When from the family Bible dad would read
Reiterates the significance of the father reading from the family Bible as a shared experience.
I can hear my mother softly singing rock of ages Rock of ages cleft for me
Introduces the mother's participation, singing a hymn ("Rock of Ages") during these family moments.
Now this old world of ours is full of trouble
Addresses the challenges and troubles present in the world.
This old world would also better be
Suggests that the world would be better if more people turned to the guidance provided by the Bible.
If we'd find more Bibles on the tables
Advocates for the widespread presence of Bibles on tables, promoting spiritual solace.
And mothers singing rock of ages cleft for me
Reiterates the idea of mothers singing hymns as a source of comfort and peace.
I can see us sittin' round the table
Recalls the family gathered for Bible readings, reinforcing the importance of this shared activity.
When from the family Bible dad would read
Emphasizes the continued practice of reading from the family Bible as a bonding tradition.
I can hear my mother softly singing rock of ages
Highlights the mother's role in preserving the spiritual atmosphere through hymn singing.
Rock of ages rock of ages cleft for me
Repeats the mention of "Rock of Ages," reinforcing its significance in the family's spiritual life.
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