Concerning Jesus by George MacDonald
Jesus is a novel by George MacDonald that explores the life and teachings of Jesus Christ through the eyes of a fictional character named Judas Iscariot. The book delves into themes such as faith, redemption, and forgiveness, and offers a unique perspective on the story of Jesus's ministry and crucifixion.
By George MacDonald · First published 1892 · Genre: Religious, Poetry, Philosophical · 3,132 words
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I. If thou hadst been a sculptor, what a race Of forms divine had thenceforth filled the land! Methinks I see thee, glorious workman, stand, Striking a marble window through blind space -- Thy face's reflex on the coming face, As dawns the stone to statue 'neath thy hand -- Body obedient to its soul's command, Which is thy thought, informing it with grace! So had it been. But God, who quickeneth clay, Nor turneth it to marble -- maketh eyes, Not shadowy hollows, where no sunbeams play -- Would mould his loftiest thought in human guise: Thou didst appear, walking unknown abroad, God's living sculpture, all-informed of God.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious, Poetry, Philosophical, Inspirational, Biographical
- Length: 3,132 words
- Structure: 1 section, 18 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Religious — The text explores themes of divinity, spirituality, and the life of Jesus, focusing on religious and theological reflections.
- Poetry — The work is structured in a poetic form, utilizing verse and lyrical language to convey its themes.
- Philosophical — The text delves into philosophical questions about existence, truth, and the nature of divinity.
- Inspirational — The content aims to inspire and uplift through its exploration of Jesus' life and teachings.
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Christianity · theology · faith · spirituality · Jesus · religion · philosophy · mysticism · grace · redemption · love · sacrifice