Come to Me by George MacDonald
"Come to Me" by George MacDonald is a collection of short stories that explore themes of faith, love, and redemption. The book includes tales such as "The Light Princess," "The Golden Key," and "The Giant's Heart." Each story features characters who must confront their own flaws and weaknesses in order to find true happiness and fulfillment. MacDonald's writing is known for its imaginative and allegorical style, which often uses fantastical elements to convey deeper spiritual truths.
By George MacDonald · First published 1867 · Genre: Religious, Poetry, Philosophical · 275 words
First lines
Come to me, come to me, O my God; Come to me everywhere!
Let the trees mean thee, and the grassy sod, And the water and the air!
For thou art so far that I often doubt, As on every side I stare, Searching within, and looking without, If thou canst be anywhere.
How did men find thee in days of old?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1867 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious, Poetry, Philosophical
- Length: 275 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Religious — The text is centered around a spiritual plea and exploration of faith, invoking God and reflecting on religious themes.
- Poetry — The structure and style of the text are poetic, with a focus on rhythm, rhyme, and metaphorical language.
- Philosophical — The text delves into existential questions about the nature of God and belief, reflecting a philosophical inquiry.
Tags
spirituality · faith · redemption · love · forgiveness · grace · Christianity · hope · suffering · divine · salvation · soul-searching