Song of the Saints and Angels, January 26, 1885
The Song of the Saints and Angels is a poem written by George MacDonald in January 1885. It is a hymn that celebrates the beauty and power of God's creation, as seen through the eyes of the saints and angels who worship him. The poem describes how these heavenly beings sing praises to their creator, and how they are filled with joy at the sight of his glory. It is a powerful expression of faith and devotion, and has been widely admired for its beauty and spiritual depth.
By George MacDonald · First published 1885 · Genre: Religious Poetry, Inspirational, Biographical · 182 words
First lines
Gordon, the self-refusing, Gordon, the lover of God, Gordon, the good part choosing, Welcome along the road!
Thou knowest the man, O Father! To do thy will he ran; Men's praises he did not gather: There is scarce such another man!
Thy black sheep's faithful shepherd Who knew not how to flee, Is torn by the desert leopard, And comes wounded home to thee!
Home he is coming the faster That the way he could not miss: In thy arms, oh take him, Master, And heal him with a kiss!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1885 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious Poetry, Inspirational, Biographical, Historical
- Length: 182 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Religious Poetry — The text is structured as a poem with religious themes, focusing on devotion, divine will, and spiritual journey.
- Inspirational — The content is meant to inspire through the depiction of a virtuous character who is devoted to a higher purpose.
- Biographical — The poem appears to reference a specific individual, suggesting a biographical element in its portrayal of character and deeds.
- Historical — The mention of a specific date and the context imply a historical setting or reference.
Tags
spirituality · Christianity · poetry · devotion · faith · angels · saints · inspiration · religious · literature · 19th century · mysticism