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5 pages in length. George Herbert's poetry is often seen as quiet and pastoral, seemingly dealing with the gentler side of existence. There is however, another side of his work: dealing with conflict that exists among human beings. Particularly pertinent to this approach is his short but powerful The Holdfast, which illustrates the relationship between God and His disciples. No additional sources cited.
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the relationship between God and His disciples. No additional sources cited. TLChldfs.rtf GEORGE HERBERTS "THE HOLDFAST" by (c) November 2001 --
properly! George Herberts poetry is often seen as quiet and pastoral, seemingly dealing with the
gentler side of existence. There is however, another side of his work: dealing with conflict that exists among human beings. Particularly pertinent to this approach is his short
but powerful The Holdfast, which illustrates the relationship between God and His disciples. A relevant phrase in poetry that relates to the overall
concept of Herberts theme is that of the human condition, which refers -- quite logically -- to the definition of being human. Analyzing The Holdfast, one finds that the
human condition is a regular consideration, in that humanity is constantly in question: Is Man strong or weak, good or evil, redeemed or condemned, honorable or chicken-hearted? The climate
of the human condition is what compels Herbert to delve deeply into the relationship that existed both prior and subsequent to Adams fall from grace.
I threatend to observe the strict decree Of my dear God with all my power and might;
But I was told by one it could not be; Yet I might trust in God to be
my light. "Then will I trust," said I, "in Him alone." "Nay, een to trust in
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