THE BIRTH OF MAN. A Legend of the Talmud
The narrative revolves around the creation myth, where God creates Adam from dust and Eve from his rib. The story explores the first humans' innocence, their disobedience to God's command, and their subsequent expulsion from the Garden of Eden.
By Emma Lazarus · First published 1886 · Genre: Poetry, Religious Literature, Mythology · 711 words
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I. When angels visit earth, the messengers Of God's decree, they come as lightning, wind: Before the throne, they all are living fire. There stand four rows of angels -- to the right The hosts of Michael, Gabriel's to the left, Before, the troop of Ariel, and behind, The ranks of Raphael; all, with one accord, Chanting the glory of the Everlasting. Upon the high and holy throne there rests, Invisible, the Majesty of God. About his brows the crown of mystery Whereon the sacred letters are engraved Of the unutterable Name. He grasps A sceptre of keen fire; the universe Is compassed in His glance; at His right hand Life stands, and at His left hand standeth Death.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Emma Lazarus
- Date: 1886 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious Literature, Mythology, Philosophical Fiction, Allegory
- Length: 711 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing poetic devices and structure.
- Religious Literature — The themes revolve around creation, divine beings, and moral concepts, rooted in Talmudic tradition.
- Mythology — The narrative explores the mythic origins of humanity and the roles of angels in creation.
- Philosophical Fiction — The text engages with deep philosophical questions about existence, morality, and the nature of man.
Tags
Jewish literature · Talmudic legend · Mythology · Religious fiction · Biblical allusions · Allegory · Philosophical themes · Spirituality · Creation myth · Ancient wisdom · Mysticism · Poetic prose