Song-Prayer: after King David
The work explores themes of spiritual longing and fulfillment through the lens of a deep, personal relationship with the divine. The speaker expresses a yearning for a direct encounter with God, emphasizing the transformative power of divine presence. The imagery of awakening suggests a journey from ignorance to enlightenment, where the ultimate satisfaction lies in the revelation of truth and grace. The repetition of the desire to see God's face underscores the intensity of this longing, portraying it as the pinnacle of human experience. The text reflects on the hidden aspects of life, suggesting that true understanding and contentment come from a connection with the divine rather than worldly achievements. The speaker's confidence in eventual satisfaction indicates a faith that transcends current struggles and uncertainties. The work ultimately serves as a meditation on the nature of faith, the quest for spiritual clarity, and the hope for divine communion, presenting a vision of fulfillment that is both personal and universal. Through poetic language, it invites readers to reflect on their own spiritual journeys and the significance of seeking a deeper connection with the divine.
By George MacDonald · First published 1892 · Genre: Religious Poetry, Inspirational, Devotional · 59 words
First lines
I shall be satisfied With the seeing of thy face.
When I awake, wide-eyed, I shall be satisfied With what this life did hide, The one supernal grace!
I shall be satisfied With the seeing of thy face.
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Song-Prayer: after King David is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1892 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious Poetry, Inspirational, Devotional, Philosophical
- Length: 59 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Religious Poetry — The text is a poetic expression of spiritual longing and fulfillment, drawing inspiration from biblical themes.
- Inspirational — The work conveys a message of hope and spiritual satisfaction, aiming to inspire readers through its themes.
- Devotional — The content reflects a personal devotion and yearning for divine presence, typical of devotional literature.
- Philosophical — The text explores existential themes of life, awakening, and ultimate satisfaction, characteristic of philosophical inquiry.
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poetry · spirituality · prayer · King David · faith · worship · Christian literature · meditation · devotion · sacred · inspiration · biblical