I was thinking the other day about a humorous discussion on how to pray. It is a good illustration what we’re talking about here. The discussion went something like this:
“The Proper way for men to Pray,
Said Deacon Samuel Keys
(At least the best for me,
Is down upon the knees.)
Oh, I should say the way to Pray,
Said Rev. Dr. Wise,
Is standing straight with arms outstretched
And rapt’ and upturned eyes.
Oh, no, no, no –said Elder Slow
That posture is too proud
A man should pray with eyes fast closed
And head serenely bowed.
Seems to me his hands should be
Serenely clasped in front
Both thumbs pointed toward the ground,
Said Rev. Dr. Blunt
I fell in Hitchkin’s well the other day,
(Head first) said Willy Brown,
Both
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