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And “somebody’s mother” bowed low her head
In her home that night, and the prayer she said
In her home that night, and the prayer she said
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Line 35: "And “somebody’s mother” bowed low her head"
Important words
bowed low her head
→ lowered her head humbly
Meaning:
The old woman lowers her head in gratitude and emotion.
Line 36: "In her home that night, and the prayer she said"
Important words
prayer
→ words spoken to God
Meaning:
At home that night, she says a prayer.
Summary of Stanza 18
" And “somebody’s mother” bowed low her head "
(The old woman lowers her head in gratitude and emotion.)
" In her home that night, and the prayer she said "
(At home that night, she says a prayer.)
Overall meaning: At home that night, the woman bows her head and prays.
