Te Deum by Bliss Carman (1902)
A poem of praise to God, written in a formal and elegant style. The speaker addresses God as the creator of the universe, the ruler of all that exists, and the source of all good things. The poem reflects on the beauty and wonder of creation, and expresses gratitude for God's blessings.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1902 · Genre: Poetry, Literature, Spiritual · 849 words
First lines
If I could paint you the autumn color, the melting glow upon all things laid, The violet haze of Indian summer, before its splendor begins to fade, When scarlet has reached its breathless moment, and gold the hush of its glory now, That were a mightier craft than Titian's, the heart to lift and the head to bow.
I should be lord of a world of rapture, master of magic and gladness, too, -- The touch of wonder transcending science, the solace escaping from line and hue; I would reveal through tint and texture the very soul of this earth of ours, Forever yearning through boundless beauty to exalt the spirit with all her powers.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1902 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Literature, Spiritual
- Length: 849 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The book 'Te Deum' is a collection of Bliss Carman's poetry and therefore, primarily falls under the Poetry genre.
- Literature — The book features a high quality of writing and a significant degree of artistic expression generally associated with the Literature genre.
- Spiritual — The title 'Te Deum' is a reference to an early Christian hymn of praise, suggesting spiritual themes in the book.
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poetry · religion · spirituality · praise · worship · God · faith · inspiration · nature · imagery · symbolism · emotions