God’s Grandeur (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards
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What did Hopkins believe about nature's connection to God?
What did Hopkins believe about nature's connection to God?
He saw nature as an incarnation of God’s presence.
How does God manifest in the world, according to Hopkins?
How does God manifest in the world, according to Hopkins?
God's presence is 'charged' with energy and actively apparent.
What did Hopkins think about humankind's perception of nature?
What did Hopkins think about humankind's perception of nature?
Humans often overlook the sacramental value of nature.
What contrasts does Hopkins explore in his poetry?
What contrasts does Hopkins explore in his poetry?
He contrasts the splendor of nature with human degradation.
What theme does 'charged' convey in Hopkins's poem?
What theme does 'charged' convey in Hopkins's poem?
It conveys a duty to protect and cherish nature.
What experience does Hopkins contrast in his poem?
What experience does Hopkins contrast in his poem?
The sudden epiphany vs. gradual realization of God.
How do humans impact the natural environment?
How do humans impact the natural environment?
Human actions disrupt and harm the natural ecosystem.
What does 'seared' symbolize in Hopkins's work?
What does 'seared' symbolize in Hopkins's work?
It symbolizes the damage humankind causes to creation.
What does 'never spent' imply about nature's vitality?
What does 'never spent' imply about nature's vitality?
It suggests nature's perpetual renewal and resilience.
How does the poet view the process of creation?
How does the poet view the process of creation?
As a profound revelation of divine beauty and wonder.