I believe your anger has clouded the true meaning of this song for you my friend. While you may hate God, just know that he loves you. But I won't push that point any further since I know it can be difficult to hear. While this is my interpretation of the song, it is a fact that Dustin is a Christian. He is a deep thinker and I think it would do him injustice to say that the meaning of this song is no emotionally deeper than just a simple story about men sailing the ocean. I'm assuming you are a Thrice fan as I am. We both know that Dustin's lyrics are emotional. The Alchemy Index is not as soulless as just a bunch of songs about the elements. You only need to look at songs titled "Image of the Invisible" and "Come all ye Weary" to know that they come directly from the Bible. Other songs like, "The Abolition of Man", come directly from C. S. Lewis writings. C. S. Lewis is a Christian philosopher from the 40's. If you get the time, you should read C. S. Lewis' "Mere Christianity" or "The Abolition of Man". It would give good insight into Dustin's lyrics and may show that Christians think a little deeper than the world gives them credit for.

It should be noted that Water and the Ocean are metaphors for God. The last stanza symbolizes God's promise to us: even after rebellion and heartache. We can come to Him and still be loved and accepted. This song demonstrates the folly of man. To believe man is master of all and without the need for God. However, pride and arrogance always leads to a fall. This is symbolized by the ragged sail. If we set sail for a life of good-hearted devotion to God, He will freely give us love us grace. Dustin Kensrue is a devout follower of Jesus Christ and nearly all of his songs can be viewed through the lens of Christ.