A Broken Prayer by George MacDonald
A Broken Prayer is a novel by George MacDonald that explores themes of faith and redemption through the story of a young man named David Elginbrod. The book follows his journey from a life of sin to one of spiritual awakening, as he encounters various characters who help him along the way. Along with its religious themes, A Broken Prayer also touches on issues such as social class and gender roles in Victorian society.
By George MacDonald · First published 1872 · Genre: Religious Poetry, Spiritual Literature, Philosophical Poetry · 2,427 words
First lines
0 Lord, my God, how long / Shall my poor heart pant for a boundless joy?
How long, O mighty Spirit, shall I hear / The murmur of Truth's crystal waters slide / From the deep caverns of their endless being, / But my lips taste not, and the grosser air / Choke each pure inspiration of thy will?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1872 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious Poetry, Spiritual Literature, Philosophical Poetry, Mystical Literature, Metaphysical Poetry
- Length: 2,427 words
- Structure: 1 section, 38 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Religious Poetry — The text is a prayerful meditation, exploring themes of divine connection, spiritual struggle, and redemption.
- Spiritual Literature — The work delves into the soul's relationship with God, reflecting on spiritual growth and existential questions.
- Philosophical Poetry — The narrative contemplates profound philosophical questions about existence, purpose, and the nature of the divine.
- Mystical Literature — The text uses mystical imagery and language to convey the ineffable experience of seeking divine truth.
Tags
spirituality · faith · redemption · prayer · forgiveness · grief · loss · hope · love · suffering · divine · humanity