Angels and Women (1924)

220 ANGELS AND WOMEN
color. I was lost in admiration and wonder.
What had happened ? It had ceased rain°
hag and the sun was unveiled for the first
time to human eyes. Vaguely at first I comprehended
the significance of the sun’s new
glory. Hitherto the sun had been veiled by
this watery ring which had now descended.
The waves were still rippling toward the
Tebah and were all tinged with gold reflecting
the radiance of the sun.
Were the others aware of this new beauty?
Quickly robing I ran to the general room
where the family was wont to meet. I found
all gathered together and after exchanging
morning greetings learned that my experience
had been shared by all. We then joined
in reverent prayer of praise and thanksgiving,
led as usual by the honored head of the
family.
Shem retired to his own quarters and
inspired by this event composed a sacred
song expressing our joy over this occurrence.
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