| Author |
Ganander, Christfrid, 1741-1790 |
| Title |
Runo-Kirja : Jumalan kunniaksi!
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| Original Publication |
Vaasa: Georg Wilhelm Londicer, 1786.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 34.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Jari Koivisto
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| Summary |
"Runo-Kirja: Jumalan kunniaksi!" by Christfrid Ganander is a collection of religious poetry likely written in the late 18th century. This work draws from biblical texts and traditional Finnish verse to create a musical homage to God, encapsulating spirituality within the cultural context of Finnish traditions. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the fusion of religious content and the acoustic qualities of Finnish folk poetry. The collection includes various psalms, excerpts from the Book of Job, and poems celebrating the beauty of nature and love. Each poem is crafted to be sung or recited, inviting readers to engage with the text musically as well as intellectually. Themes of divine love, the human experience, and reflections on mortality permeate the verses, offering both comfort and contemplation. The work emphasizes the importance of communal singing and spiritual expression, echoing the deep-rooted cultural practices of the Finnish people. Through its lyrical construction, Ganander seeks to honor God while also preserving the poetic traditions of his homeland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Religious poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74961 |
| Release Date |
Dec 21, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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