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Anonymous said... I am surprised you like Stevens as his songs have a prominent religious theme.The line at the end of this song, "and in my best behaviour I am really just like him," Is harking back to the foundational belief that all men are sinful and none of them are worthy in God's eyes. So even though Sufjan probably hasn't ever murdered anyone or committed any act that heinous in human terms, the state of his soul (before coming to Christ) was no better than John Wayne Gacy's.   Andrew replied… Oh, I love the artistry and pomp and circumstance of religion though I remain a secular humanist.  I’ve listened to most of Sufjan’s work and haven’t noticed a prominent religious theme.  Maybe I will listen more closely.  What you wrote to me is like I wouldn’t be able to appreciate the art in the Sistine chapel if I’m not religious. I love the many beautiful things the church has created over the years.  Especially the music – my favorite being Gregorian chant. Let’s not forget the beautiful cathedrals of Europe either. I’ve been to Westminster Abbey in London twice and was awestruck by sheer wonder both times.

Source: The 4th Avenue Blues - March 1, 2014 Category: Mental Illness Authors: Andrew Quixote Source Type: blogs