Evening Hymn by George MacDonald
Evening Hymn by George MacDonald is a poem that reflects on the beauty of nature and the divine presence in it. The speaker expresses gratitude for the day's blessings and asks for guidance as they prepare to rest for the night. The poem emphasizes the importance of faith and trust in God, even in times of darkness or uncertainty.
By George MacDonald · First published 1872 · Genre: Religious, Poetry, Inspirational · 142 words
First lines
O God, whose daylight leadeth down Into the sunless way, Who with restoring sleep dost crown The labour of the day!
What I have done, Lord, make it clean With thy forgiveness dear; That so to-day what might have been, To-morrow may appear.
And when my thought is all astray, Yet think thou on in me; That with the new-born innocent day My soul rise fresh and free.
Nor let me wander all in vain Through dreams that mock and flee; But even in visions of the brain, Go wandering toward thee.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1872 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious, Poetry, Inspirational, Devotional
- Length: 142 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Religious — The text is a hymn addressing God, focusing on themes of divine guidance, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal.
- Poetry — The structure and language are poetic, with a rhythmic and lyrical quality typical of hymns.
- Inspirational — The content aims to inspire reflection and spiritual growth, encouraging a connection with the divine.
- Devotional — The text serves as a personal prayer or meditation, seeking divine presence and guidance.
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spirituality · faith · nature · reflection · poetry · Christianity · serenity · meditation · evening · hymn · tranquility · worship