Quotes by Sabine Baring-Gould

“I went to Iceland in 1861 and went over nearly every bit of the ground made famous by the adventures of Grettir.”

“In the primitive church, it was customary for the Holy Eucharist to be celebrated on the anniversary of the death of a martyr - if possible, on his tomb.”

“History, whether sacred or profane, hides her teaching from those who study her through coloured glasses. She only reveals truth to those who look through the cold clear medium of passionless inqui...”

“At the Norman Invasion, the Saxon thanes were themselves humbled in turn; the manors were given a more legal character and transferred to favourites of William the Conqueror.”

“Onward Christian soldiers Marching as to war With the cross of Jesus Going on before.”

“Onward Christian soldiers Marching as to war With the cross of Jesus Going on before.”

“Onward, Christian soldiers, marching as to war, with the cross of Jesus going on before. Christ, the royal Master, leads against the foe; forward into battle see his banners go!”

“Jesus, give the wearyCalm and sweet repose.With Thy tend'rest blessingMay our eyelids close.”