De Profundis by George MacDonald
De Profundis is a letter written by Oscar Wilde while he was imprisoned in Reading Gaol. The letter is addressed to Lord Alfred Douglas and covers a wide range of topics including art, literature, philosophy, and personal experiences. It is considered one of Wilde's most important works and provides insight into his thoughts on life, love, and society.
By George MacDonald · First published 1897 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Philosophical · 253 words
First lines
When I am dead unto myself, and let, O Father, thee live on in me, Contented to do nought but pay my debt, And leave the house to thee,
Then shall I be thy ransomed -- from the cark Of living, from the strain for breath, From tossing in my coffin strait and dark, At hourly strife with death!
Have mercy! in my coffin! and awake!
A buried temple of the Lord!
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1897 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Philosophical, Inspirational
- Length: 253 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Religious — The themes revolve around spiritual awakening, divine connection, and religious imagery.
- Philosophical — Explores existential themes such as self-identity, life, and death, prompting philosophical reflection.
- Inspirational — The text aims to inspire through its exploration of spiritual growth and enlightenment.
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spirituality · suffering · redemption · love · faith · grief · forgiveness · self-reflection · hope · soul · transformation · sacrifice