Voices Found: Seeking the ways of Wisdom , VF #60, Proper 27, Advent

                                                                              


The Wisdom Ring, Morikami Gardens, Delray Beach, Florida


Voices Found # 60, Verses 1 and 2

Come and seek the ways of Wisdom,

she who danced when Earth was new.

Follow closely what she teaches, 

for her words are right and true.

Wisdom clears the path to justice, 

showing us what love must do.


Listen to the voice of Wisdom,

crying in the marketplace.

Hear the Word made flesh among us 

full of glory, truth, and grace.

When the Word takes root and ripens,

peace and righteousness embrace.




Words: Ruth C. Duck

Music: Julian David Hurd


"Come and seek the ways of Wisdom," beautifully echoes the Wisdom text appointed for Proper 27.  It is also an Advent hymn as it anticipates hearing the Word made flesh among us.  With the second verse crying in the marketplace for peace and righteousness, it can be used for services praying for justice and peace.

 The tune Julian by David Hurd,  is used  in the Hymnal 1982,     for,"Ye who claim the faith of Jesus," an annunciation hymn appointed for The Visitation, March 25. Hurd's  music includes Mary's words as  a descant, Magnificat anima mea Dominus. Inspired by Hurd, I used Hildegard's words, O virtus sapientia, (O power of Wisdom), for the  descant to this hymn. 

For more information and performance suggestions please see The Leader's Guide to Voices Found. 

https://churchpublishing.org/products/9781640655447-voices-found

                                                    

 


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