The Unseen Face by George MacDonald
The Unseen Face is a novel by George MacDonald that explores themes of love, faith, and redemption. The story follows the journey of a young man named David Elginbrod as he navigates his way through life's challenges and ultimately finds salvation in God. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters who help him grow and learn valuable lessons about himself and the world around him. The book is known for its rich symbolism and allegorical elements, as well as its powerful message of hope and redemption.
By George MacDonald · First published 1849 · Genre: Religious Fiction, Poetry, Philosophical Fiction · 195 words
First lines
"I do beseech thee, God, show me thy face. " / "Come up to me in Sinai on the morn! / Thou shall behold as much as may be borne. " / And on a rock stood Moses, lone in space. / From Sinai's top, the vaporous, thunderous place, / God passed in cloud, an earthy garment worn / To hide, and thus reveal. In love, not scorn, / He put him in a clift of the rock's base, / Covered him with his hand, his eyes to screen -- / Passed -- lifted it: his back alone appears! / Ah, Moses, had he turned, and hadst thou seen / The pale face crowned with thorns, baptized with tears, / The eyes of the true man, by men belied, / Thou hadst beheld God's face, and straightway died!
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The Unseen Face is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1849 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1849 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious Fiction, Poetry, Philosophical Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Length: 195 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Religious Fiction — The text explores themes of divine revelation and biblical references, particularly focusing on Moses and his encounter with God.
- Poetry — The writing style is poetic, with structured verses and a focus on imagery and metaphor.
- Philosophical Fiction — The narrative delves into existential questions about the nature of God and human understanding.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and characters are drawn from historical and biblical contexts, specifically the story of Moses.
Tags
fantasy · allegory · spirituality · mysticism · self-discovery · redemption · love · faith · imagination · inner journey · transformation · human experience