The Auld Man's Prayer by George MacDonald
The Auld Man's Prayer by George MacDonald is a short story about an old man who prays for his family and community. The story explores themes of faith, hope, and love in the face of adversity.
By George MacDonald · First published 1867 · Genre: Religious Poetry, Scottish Literature, Philosophical Literature · 876 words
First lines
Lord, I'm an auld man, / An' I'm deein!
An' do what I can / I canna help bein / Some feart at the thoucht!
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Genres
- Religious Poetry — The text is a prayer, reflecting on themes of faith, repentance, and divine grace, characteristic of religious poetry.
- Scottish Literature — The use of Scots language and cultural references situates the work within Scottish literary tradition.
- Philosophical Literature — The poem explores existential themes such as mortality, the meaning of life, and moral reflection.
- Pastoral — The text includes reflections on rural life and the natural world, common in pastoral literature.
Tags
prayer · faith · spirituality · wisdom · old age · reflection · life lessons · morality · hope · devotion · nature · solitude
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The Auld Man's Prayer is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1867 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1867 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious Poetry, Scottish Literature, Philosophical Literature, Pastoral, Social Commentary
- Length: 876 words
- Structure: 1 section, 40 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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