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Text:Ancient Mother
Tune:[Ancient Mother, I hear you calling]

1069. Ancient Mother

Ancient Mother, I hear you calling.
Ancient Mother, I hear your song.
Ancient Mother, I hear your laughter.
Ancient Mother, I taste your tears.

Text Information
First Line: Ancient Mother, I hear you calling
Title: Ancient Mother
Language: English
Publication Date: 2005
Topic: Earth-Centered Traditions; Nature; Special Occasions
Source: Traditional Navajo prayer
Notes: All of the Earth Chants, numbers 1069-1073, may be sung at the same time
Tune Information
Name: [Ancient Mother, I hear you calling]
Key: d minor or modal
Source: Traditional Navajo prayer



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