Saint Peter by George MacDonald
"Saint Peter" is a novel by George MacDonald that tells the story of a young man named Peter who becomes involved in a series of supernatural events after he discovers an ancient manuscript. The book explores themes of faith, redemption, and the power of love.
By George MacDonald · First published 1879 · Genre: Religious, Poetry, Inspirational · 456 words
First lines
O Peter, wherefore didst thou doubt? / Indeed the spray flew fast about, / But he was there whose walking foot / Could make the wandering hills take root; / And he had said, "Come down to me," / Else hadst thou not set foot on sea! / Christ did not call thee to thy grave! / Was it the boat that made thee brave?
"Easy for thee who wast not there / To think thou more than I couldst dare! / It hardly fits thee though to mock / Scared as thou wast that railway shock! / Who saidst this morn, 'Wife, we must go -- / The plague will soon be here, I know! ' / Who, when thy child slept -- not to death -- / Saidst, 'Life is now not worth a breath!"
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Genres
- Religious — The text is centered around themes of faith, doubt, and divine intervention, referencing biblical figures and events.
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter to convey its message.
- Inspirational — The narrative encourages overcoming doubt and fear through faith, aiming to inspire and uplift the reader.
- Philosophical — The text explores existential questions about the nature of faith and the existence of God.
Tags
Christianity · spirituality · faith · redemption · morality · heaven · afterlife · angels · divine · sacrifice · forgiveness · salvation
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1879 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious, Poetry, Inspirational, Philosophical
- Length: 456 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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