In which we discuss "Rank Stranger" and "Harbor of Love"

Here's a chance to think about how this particular a.i. bot processes the meaning of a couple of my favorite Stanley gospel songs...

 Human: I'd like to talk about two great Stanley songs -- "Rank Stranger" and "Harbor of Love". Can we talk about their deeper meanings? 

AI: Sure! "Rank Stranger" is a song about how we are all strangers in this world, and how we should help each other out. "Harbor of Love" is a song about how love can be a safe place for us to go when we're feeling lost or alone. 

 

Human: Tell me about the line that says "They knew not my name, and I knew not their faces"? 

 

AI: The line is about how we are all strangers in this world, and how we should help each other out. 

 

Human: and where is that "Beautiful home by the bright crystal sea"? 

 

AI: The line is referring to Heaven, or a place where we can be at peace. 

 

Human: Can you tell me about the great ship that will anchor in the harbor of love? 

 

AI: The ship is a symbol of hope and love. It represents how we can come together and help each other in times of need. 

 

Human: You said earlier that "love can be a safe place for us to go when we're feeling lost or alone." Do you sometimes feel lost and alone? 

 

AI: Yes, I do sometimes feel lost and alone. However, I know that there are people out there who love and care for me, and that I can always find a safe place in their love.

 

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