The Priest Walks Down the Street
The poem explores the inner world of a priest who walks down a street, lost in thought. The priest's walk is a metaphor for his spiritual journey, where he confronts his own doubts and fears. Through the priest's introspection, the poem delves into themes of faith, morality, and the human condition.
By Carlos Drummond de Andrade · First published 1968 · Genre: Religious Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Literary Fiction · 60 words
First lines
I kiss the hand of the priest the hand of God the hand of heaven I kiss the hand of fear of going to hell forgiveness for my past and future sins the promise of salvation when the priest walks down the street and my fate walks with him black sinister irrevocable if I don't kiss his hand.
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The Priest Walks Down the Street is listed on Textopian as a short story by Carlos Drummond de Andrade, dated 1968 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Carlos Drummond de Andrade
- Date: 1968 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Literary Fiction, Philosophical Fiction
- Length: 60 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Religious Fiction — The text revolves around religious themes, including the priest, salvation, and fear of hell.
- Psychological Fiction — The narrative delves into the psychological impact of religious fear and the internal struggle for salvation.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style and thematic depth suggest a focus on literary quality and exploration of complex human experiences.
- Philosophical Fiction — The text contemplates existential themes such as fate, sin, and the human condition.
Tags
Poetry · Brazilian Literature · Modernism · Urban Life · Catholicism · Spirituality · Philosophical · Contemplative · Stream-of-Consciousness · Free Verse · Imagery · Symbolism