Onward Christian Soldiers: Eggs-actly What You Need in the Kitchen
A curious and potentially-helpful letter appeared in the pages of the Daily Telegraph in 1983. We offer it here (along these articles with helpful advice) in case you find yourself in need of a properly cooked egg and a few moments of spirital refreshment.
Sir,
The hymn “Onward Christian Soldiers,” sung to the right tune and in a not-too-brisk tempo, makes a very good egg timer. If you put the egg into boiling water and sing all five verses and chorus, the egg will be just right when you come to Amen.
— Mrs. G.H. Moore
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