Nunc Dimittis by Francis Sherman
The Nunc Dimittis is a Latin hymn that is traditionally sung during the evening prayer service in many Christian denominations. It is based on a passage from the Gospel of Luke, where Simeon praises God for allowing him to see the Messiah before his death. The hymn expresses gratitude and joy at being able to witness the fulfillment of God's promises.
By Francis Sherman · First published 1923 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Religious · 137 words
First lines
Lord of Love, Thy servant thus doth pray: Abide Thou where my Lady deigns to stay, Yet send Thy peace to lead me on my way;
Because the memories of the things that were -- That little blessed while with Thee and her -- Make me a heavy-hearted traveller.
And so, when some plain irks, or some steep hill, I -- knowing that Thy will was once our will -- Shall be most sure Thou livest with her still,
And only waitest -- Thou and she alone -- Until I know again as I have known The glory that abideth near our throne.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Francis Sherman
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Religious, Philosophical
- Length: 137 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- Romance — Themes of love and longing are central to the narrative.
- Religious — The text includes prayers and references to divine presence and will.
- Philosophical — The work contemplates existential themes and the nature of memory and existence.
Tags
faith · redemption · spirituality · loss · grief · hope · forgiveness · family · relationships · life journey · self-discovery · inner peace