Article February 1, 1969 Issue

Words of Current Interest

The words in this issue are related to the Lesson-Sermon in the CHRISTIAN SCIENCE QUARTERLY designated to be read in Christian Science churches on February 9, 1969.

Thou compassest my path and my lying down (Ps. 139:3)

The Hebrew verb here rendered "compass" means literally to "sift" or "winnow" ; and when used figuratively as in this verse, it suggests the thought of careful examination, as in the phrase "to sift evidence." Moffatt's translation is, "Walking or resting, I am scanned by thee."

If I say, Surely the darkness shall cover me; even the night shall be light about me. Yea, the darkness hideth not from thee (Ps. 139:11,12)

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