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The Master's Eyes

How the truth shone ...



A beautiful devotional hymn. Feels like all my questions have been answered when I listen to Van on this. His phrasing, particularly during the first two verses, is exceptional here.  The timing of each line varies but is somehow perfect each time. Sometimes I listen to Van and wonder where his voice comes from, this is one of those tracks.


A beautiful live version


And my questions all were answered ...

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