The hymn “Blessed Be the Tie That Binds” appears inevery act of Our Town. InAct I, it can be interpreted to have meaning that relates to thebonds of friendship and unity that exist in Grover’s Corners. InAct II, it can be interpreted to have meaning that relates to themarriage of George and Emily. In Act III, the hymn is sung at Emily’sfuneral. Read the lyrics below and provide an interpretation thatexplains its meaning as a funeral hymn. Use evidence from the text tosupport your answer.BlessedBe the Tie That BindsBlessedbe the tie that bindsOurhearts in Christian love;Thefellowship of kindred mindsIslike to that above.Beforeour Father’s throneWepour our ardent prayers;Ourfears, our hopes, our aims are oneOurcomforts and our cares.Weshare each other’s woes,Ourmutual burdens bear;Andoften for each other flowsThesympathizing tear.Whenwe asunder part,Itgives us inward pain;Butwe shall still be joined in heart,Andhope to meet again.Thisglorious hope revivesOurcourage by the way;Whileeach in expectation lives,Andlongs to see the day.Fromsorrow, toil and pain,Andsin, we shall be free,Andperfect love and friendship reignThrough all eternity.
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