2025Caring Hands - First Day Cover

“Lead me, God, on life’s path” is the opening line of a hymn by the Faroese hymn writer Mikkjal á Ryggi. “You took my hand,” sings Døgg Nónsgjógv about her father, who guided her into the world. In Faroese, leiðast means “to be led” – to walk hand in hand. We shake hands when we greet each other, and it’s always good to receive a helping hand. Lovers walk hand in hand along the path of love. Walking hand in hand signifies kindness and presence. Hands connect us.