They are Blind by George MacDonald
They are Blind is a novel by George MacDonald that explores themes of faith and spirituality. The story follows the journey of a young man named David Elginbrod, who struggles to find meaning in his life after losing his father at a young age. Throughout the book, he encounters various characters who help him on his path towards self-discovery and enlightenment.
By George MacDonald · First published 1874 · Genre: Poetry, Fantasy, Philosophical · 253 words
First lines
They are blind, and they are dead: We will wake them as we go; There are words have not been said, There are sounds they do not know: We will pipe and we will sing -- With the Music and the Spring Set their hearts a wondering!
They are tired of what is old, We will give it voices new; For the half hath not been told Of the Beautiful and True.
Drowsy eyelids shut and sleeping!
Heavy eyes oppressed with weeping!
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They are Blind is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1874 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1874 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Fantasy, Philosophical, Inspirational
- Length: 253 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Fantasy — The themes of awakening and transformation suggest elements of fantasy.
- Philosophical — The exploration of truth and beauty indicates philosophical undertones.
- Inspirational — The call to action and themes of renewal and enlightenment are inspirational.
Tags
blindness · faith · spirituality · redemption · self-discovery · morality · human condition · inner vision · perception · truth · illusion · suffering