The Crucifixion Of Man: A Narrative Poem

The Crucifixion of Man is a narrative poem written by George Barlow in 1893. The poem is an epic retelling of the story of Jesus Christ's crucifixion from the perspective of humanity. It is a powerful and emotional work that explores the themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the human condition.The poem is divided into twelve parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the story. The first part sets the scene and introduces the main characters, including Jesus, the Roman soldiers, and the crowd of onlookers. The subsequent parts detail the events leading up to the crucifixion, including the betrayal by Judas, the trial before Pontius Pilate, and the mocking and torture of Jesus.Throughout the poem, Barlow uses vivid imagery and powerful language to convey the horror and tragedy of the crucifixion. He also explores the psychological and emotional impact of the event on the people who witnessed it, from the disciples who watched their friend and leader die to the Roman soldiers who carried out the execution.Despite its dark subject matter, The Crucifixion of Man ultimately offers a message of hope and redemption. Barlow emphasizes the idea that Jesus' sacrifice was not in vain and that his death paved the way for the salvation of humanity. The poem ends with a powerful call to action, urging readers to follow in Jesus' footsteps and strive for a better world.Overall, The Crucifixion of Man is a powerful and moving work of poetry that continues to resonate with readers over a century after its initial publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.