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Endnotes explained

This chapter consists of endnotes referencing a famous height overlooking Edinburgh, a biblical passage from Exodus, and two children's game phrases.

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This chapter consists of endnotes referencing a famous height overlooking Edinburgh, a biblical passage from Exodus, and two children's game phrases.

Key passages

  • A famous height overlooking Edinburgh.

    A well-known hill that provides a view of Edinburgh.

    Likely referencing Arthur's Seat or Calton Hill.

  • Exodus 33:21⁠–⁠23

    Biblical passage where God hides Moses in a rock cleft as His glory passes.

    A direct scriptural reference.

  • “Pussy Wants a Corner.”

    A children's game where one player tries to claim a corner while others move between them.

    A traditional game phrase.

  • “Simon Says Thumbs Up.”

    A command in the game Simon Says where players must give a thumbs up only if preceded by 'Simon says'.

    A common children's game instruction.

Poetry — Endnotes Explained