After Thomas Kempis by George MacDonald
The Imitation of Christ by Thomas Kempis is a Christian devotional book that was written in the early 1400s. It consists of four books, each containing chapters on various aspects of spiritual life and growth. The first book focuses on the importance of humility and self-denial, while the second book emphasizes the need for prayer and meditation. The third book discusses the virtues of patience and obedience, and the fourth book explores the nature of true love and charity. Overall, the book is a classic work of Christian spirituality that has been widely read and admired for centuries.
By George MacDonald · First published 1872 · Genre: Religious, Philosophical, Poetry · 757 words
First lines
I. Who follows Jesus shall not walk / In darksome road with danger rife; / But in his heart the Truth will talk, / And on his way will shine the Life.
So, on the story we must pore / Of him who lives for us, and died, / That we may see him walk before, / And know the Father in the guide.
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Genres
- Religious — The text focuses on Christian themes, following Jesus, and spiritual teachings.
- Philosophical — It explores deep questions about knowledge, humility, and the nature of truth.
- Poetry — The writing style is poetic, with structured verses and rhyming schemes.
- Inspirational — The content aims to inspire moral and spiritual growth.
Tags
spirituality · Christianity · devotional · meditation · philosophy · mysticism · faith · inner peace · self-reflection · soul · prayer · contemplation
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1872 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious, Philosophical, Poetry, Inspirational, Devotional
- Length: 757 words
- Structure: 1 section, 20 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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