Chants, Scripture

Wise Heart

Hinay natati lach lev chacham v’navon

Behold, I give you a wise and understanding heart. (1st Kings 3:12)

In Father Leo O’Donovan’s benediction at President Biden’s inauguration, he refers to this verse, and I was inspired to bring it to life and light within me in honor of this historic moment. As I chant this, I am asking for the blessing of a wise and understanding heart for our leaders and also, I am opening to the possibility of receiving a wise and understanding heart for myself, as the power of The Mystery flows through me.

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