Deity by Madison Cawein (1903)
The work explores the relationship between humanity and the divine, emphasizing the transcendence of a deity who exists beyond human comprehension. It presents a vision of a god adorned in gold, seated on a throne, embodying a glory that is both distant and intimately connected to the essence of existence. The text suggests that true understanding of the divine requires a long journey of intellectual and spiritual evolution, spanning countless years. The imagery is rich and vivid, depicting the deity as a source of light and beauty, with eyes that reflect deep wisdom and lips that produce harmonious sounds. This portrayal emphasizes the complexity and multiplicity of the divine, suggesting that God is not a singular entity but a culmination of myriad expressions and forms. The work posits that humanity, while created from the divine essence, is on a path of development that leads back to this source. The narrative unfolds the idea that through the pursuit of knowledge and love, individuals can ascend from their material existence to a higher understanding of the divine. This journey is framed as a return to the ultimate truth, where beauty, love, and intellect converge in a unified experience of God. The text ultimately reflects on the cyclical nature of existence, where the individual soul, after its evolution, is reabsorbed into the divine, becoming part of the eternal whole.
By Madison Cawein · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Spiritual · 379 words
First lines
No personal; a God divinely crowned With gold and raised upon a golden throne Deep in a golden glory, whence he nods Man this or that -- and little more than man!
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Deity is listed on Textopian as a poem by Madison Cawein, dated 1903 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Madison Cawein
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Spiritual, Symbolism, Romanticism
- Length: 379 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rich imagery and lyrical language typical of poetry.
- Philosophical — The themes explore deep philosophical concepts regarding divinity, existence, and the nature of intelligence.
- Spiritual — The content reflects spiritual themes, discussing the relationship between humanity and the divine.
- Symbolism — The use of vivid symbols and metaphors to convey deeper meanings aligns with the symbolism genre.
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Poetry · Philosophy · Existentialism · Spirituality · Mystery · Faith · Doubt · Human Condition · Nature · Cosmology · Theology · Psychological Insight