Confessional by G.K. Chesterton
Confessional is a collection of essays by G.K. Chesterton that explore various aspects of Christianity and its relationship to modern society. The book includes discussions on topics such as the role of religion in politics, the importance of tradition, and the nature of faith.
By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1905 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Philosophical · 239 words
First lines
Now that I kneel at the throne, O Queen, Pity and pardon me.
Much have I striven to sing the same, Brother of beast and tree; Yet when the stars catch me alone Never a linnet sings -- And the blood of a man is a bitter voice And cries for foolish things.
Not for me be the vaunt of woe; Was not I from a boy Vowed with the helmet and spear and spur To the blood-red banner of joy?
A man may sing his psalms to a stone, Pour his blood for a weed, But the tears of a man are a sudden thing, And come not of his creed.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: G.K. Chesterton
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Philosophical, Romantic
- Length: 239 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm, meter, and lyrical expression.
- Religious — Themes of spirituality, divine supplication, and references to religious imagery are prevalent.
- Philosophical — Explores existential themes and the human condition, reflecting on man's place in the universe.
- Romantic — Contains elements of introspection and emotional expression, typical of Romantic literature.
Tags
philosophy · religion · confession · faith · spirituality · morality · Christianity · self-reflection · identity · truth · doubt · redemption