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On The Wings Of The Morning

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ON THE WINGS OF THE MORNING (J8x32) 3C (4C set) Bob M Campbell Glasgow Assembly SCDs

1- 8 1s cast 1 place and cross RH, cast down 1 place dance up to 2nd place opposite sides
9-16 1s dance reflection reels of 3 on opposite sides (out and up to start) ending in middle facing 2s
17-24 1s+2s set facing and set to partners, 1s lead up and cast to 2nd place ending in middle facing 3s
25-32 1s+3s set facing and set to partners, 1s turn RH 1½ times

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)


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"On the Wings of the Morning" is a phrase derived from the biblical book of Psalms, specifically Psalms 139:9-10 (King James Version).

The verse reads,

"If I take the wings of the morning, and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea; Even there shall thy hand lead me, and thy right hand shall hold me."

This passage is part of a poetic reflection on the omnipresence and omniscience of the divine, emphasizing the idea that even in the farthest reaches, one is still under the guidance and protection of a higher power.

The metaphorical usage of the phrase has extended beyond its biblical origin and is often employed in literary, artistic, and cultural contexts. It signifies a journey or movement facilitated by a force beyond the tangible or ordinary, suggesting a transcendence of physical and temporal limitations.

In addition to its biblical and metaphorical implications, the phrase has been employed in various titles and creative works. For instance, "On the Wings of the Morning" has been used as a title for books, songs, and other artistic endeavours, further embedding its presence in cultural expressions.



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