A Psalm of Life

A Psalm of Life Glossary

fleeting

ephemeral; moving away quickly

bivouac

a shelter, as on a battlefield

sublime

overwhelming; causing awe and wonder and leading to thoughts of a transcendent goodness

main

the high sea

forlorn

sad and lonely

muffled

a noise that is quieted or stifled

earnest

serious; with intent

strife

toil; difficulty

o'erhead

overhead (above)

stout

strong

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