Quem Vidistis Pastores, Etc by Alice Meynell
"Quem Vidistis Pastores, Domine?" is a collection of poems written by Alice Meynell in 1908. The title poem, which gives the book its name, is a meditation on the shepherds' canticle from the Book of Psalms, and explores themes of spiritual longing and the search for meaning in life. Other poems in the collection deal with topics such as love, nature, and the passing of time. Meynell's writing is characterized by its simplicity and clarity, and her use of traditional forms and rhythms gives the poems a timeless quality. Overall, "Quem Vidistis Pastores, Domine?" is a beautiful and thought-provoking collection that showcases Meynell's skill as a poet.
By Alice Meynell · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Historical · 1,266 words
First lines
A HYMN OF THE NATIVITY, SUNG BY THE SHEPHERDS
"Chorus"
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Genres
- Poetry — Alice Meynell is well-known as a poet, and this work's title, 'QUEM VIDISTIS PASTORES, ETC', indicates its exploration of pastoral themes through verse.
- Religious — The title's Latin phrase translates to 'Who did you see, shepherds' - a biblical reference which suggests the book contains religious themes or undertones.
- Historical — Alice Meynell wrote during the Victorian era and her works often reflect the social and historical context of that period. This may apply to 'QUEM VIDISTIS PASTORES, ETC' as well.
Tags
Poetry · Classic Literature · Victorian Era · Women Writers · Nature Imagery · Religion · Symbolism · Mythology · Feminist Literature · Essay · Autobiographical · Personal Reflection
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Historical
- Length: 1,266 words
- Structure: 1 section, 40 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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More by Alice Meynell
- Poems: SONNET -- MY HEART SHALL BE THY GARDEN (1903)
- Poems: SONNET -- THOUGHTS IN SEPARATION (1903)
- Poems: TO A POET (1903)
- Poems: SONG OF THE SPRING TO THE SUMMER: THE POET SINGS TO HER POET (1903)
- Poems: TO THE BELOVED (1903)
- Poems: MEDITATION (1903)
- Poems: TO THE BELOVED DEAD -- A LAMENT (1903)
- Poems: SONNET (1903)
- All works by Alice Meynell