The Dream of Gerontius by John Henry Newman

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Author Newman, John Henry, 1801-1890
Commentator Egan, Maurice Francis, 1852-1924
Title The Dream of Gerontius
Note Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Andrew Sly, Christopher Wright, Al Haines and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Dream of Gerontius" by John Henry Newman is a poetic work written during the late 19th century, specifically in the Victorian era. This notable poem explores the journey of a soul after death, reflecting on the themes of mortality, judgment, and divine mercy. It presents a deeply spiritual and meditative exploration of the afterlife, drawing heavily from the theology of the Catholic Church. The poem unfolds as Gerontius, an elderly man on the brink of death, experiences a profound transition from life to the afterlife. As he nears his demise, he calls upon friends to pray for him while he grapples with the fear of nothingness. Once he passes away, his soul is guided by a guardian angel and encounters various supernatural beings, including demons who mock his mortal plight. Ultimately, Gerontius finds himself before God for judgment. The poem culminates with his acceptance of his penance in purgatory, emphasizing themes of hope and the redemptive power of love and prayer. Throughout, Newman’s lyrical language heightens the emotional depth of this exploration of faith in the face of death and the promise of divine mercy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Christian poetry, English -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 48927
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 29, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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