Dedication of the Institution Chapel
Dedication of the Institution Chapel is a poem written by Fanny J. Crosby, a blind hymn writer and composer. The poem describes the dedication of a chapel built for the blind, with the author expressing her gratitude and praise for the institution that provides a place of worship and community for those who are visually impaired. Your Question: What is the main theme of the poem "Dedication of the Institution Chapel" by Fanny J. Crosby?
By Fanny J. Crosby · First published 1875 · Genre: Religious, Christian Literature, History · 181 words
First lines
Oh, thou omniscient, omnipresent Lord! Invisible, eternal God of all! The vast creation trembles at thy word, And at thy footstool nations prostrate fall.
Thy throne is fixed above the starry frame; Yet thou in earthly temples lov'st to dwell; The humble spirit thou wilt not disdain, The wounded heart thy balm divine dost heal.
Father, we humbly supplicate thy grace, May thy benignant smile on us be given, Thy blessing rest upon this sacred place, Thine earthly house, we trust, the gate of heaven.
Here will we listen to thy holy word; Light on our path, thus, may its precepts be; Here shall the voice of praise and prayer be heard- Ourselves, our all, we dedicate to thee.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Fanny J. Crosby
- Date: 1875 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious, Christian Literature, History
- Length: 181 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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- Religious — The book revolves around the dedication of a chapel, indicating its religious themes
- Christian Literature — The author Fanny J. Crosby is known for her Christian hymns, indicating her works often tie to Christian themes
- History — The book could contain historical elements related to the institution and chapel in discussion
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Hymn · Songbook · Religious poetry · Christian devotional · Inspirational · Spiritual · Church music · Praise and worship · Faith-based · Bible study · Theology · Religion