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'At a Gravestone' by Hannah B. Johnson: A Compassionate Musical Meditation on Life's Brevity


Within the tender silences that inhabit our contemplations on life and mortality, our hearts occasionally send forth a question that echoes the wonder and mystery of existence. 'Where does that grave go?' This is the profound question posed in Hannah B Johnson's touching contemporary Christian song 'At a Gravestone.'

Hannah B Johnson - At a GravestoneThis lyrical journey invites us to embrace the brevity of our lives, inspired by a poignant moment at a family funeral when a child's innocent question stirred unraveled layers of thought and emotion. To cherish the people we care about, to treasure our circumstances, and to look at ourselves with kindness and wisdom.

Hannah's elegantly crafted words urge us to embrace the essence of our fleeting earthly journey, to find comfort in the divine presence that envelops us even in our deepest challenges. She tenderly reminds us, through her soothing acoustic melodies, that our lives are but a breath, a divine whisper in the grand symphony of existence.

Allow 'At a Gravestone' to take you on a journey deep within, beyond the veneers of daily existence, drawing you closer to the divine dance of birth, life, and what lies beyond as you listen. Allow Hannah's soul-stirring song to reassure, uplift, and inspire you, encouraging you to reflect on the deeper reality of our human experience.

(Related scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:20; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14; Job 14:12)

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You can listen to the track directly on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/0fApYBHKdOo5hBNvKpDOdF

Here is a link to the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xhua6nGmofY

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