Morning Hymn by George MacDonald
"Morning Hymn" by George MacDonald is a poem that celebrates the beauty and wonder of nature at dawn. The speaker describes how the sun rises over the hills, casting its light on the trees and flowers below. He marvels at the birds singing their morning songs and the dew glistening on the grass. Throughout the poem, MacDonald emphasizes the importance of taking time to appreciate the natural world around us and finding joy in simple things like a sunrise or a bird's song.
By George MacDonald · First published 1872 · Genre: Religious Poetry, Spiritual, Inspirational · 229 words
First lines
O Lord of life, thy quickening voice Awakes my morning song! In gladsome words I would rejoice That I to thee belong.
I see thy light, I feel thy wind; The world, it is thy word; Whatever wakes my heart and mind, Thy presence is, my Lord.
The living soul which I call me Doth love, and long to know; It is a thought of living thee, Nor forth of thee can go.
Therefore I choose my highest part, And turn my face to thee; Therefore I stir my inmost heart To worship fervently.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1872 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious Poetry, Spiritual, Inspirational, Lyric Poetry
- Length: 229 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Religious Poetry — The text is a hymn, a form of religious poetry, expressing devotion and worship towards a divine entity.
- Spiritual — The themes revolve around spiritual awakening, divine presence, and personal devotion.
- Inspirational — The poem aims to inspire and uplift the reader through its themes of faith and spiritual renewal.
- Lyric Poetry — The work is structured in a lyrical form, focusing on personal emotions and thoughts.
Tags
spirituality · poetry · Christianity · faith · nature · worship · devotion · morning · hymn · inspiration · reflection · grace