Archimedian
a hypothetical vantage point from which an observer can objectively perceive the subject of inquiry, with a view of totality.
barren
land too poor to produce much or any vegetation.
flounder
struggle or stagger clumsily in mud or water.
humility
to have a modest and low opinion of oneself
hymns
a religious song or poem of praise to God or a god
antiphony
esponsive singing by a choir in two divisions
turmoil
a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.