The House of Rimmon: A Drama in Four Acts by Henry Van Dyke
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| Author | Van Dyke, Henry, 1852-1933 |
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| Title | The House of Rimmon: A Drama in Four Acts |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Summary | "The House of Rimmon: A Drama in Four Acts" by Henry Van Dyke is a dramatic play written in the early 20th century. This work explores themes of loyalty, love, and the conflict between personal integrity and the demands of society, set against the backdrop of ancient Damascus in the 9th century BC. The play delves into the spiritual and moral dilemmas faced by its characters, particularly focusing on Naaman, a military commander caught between the oppressive forces of a priesthood devoted to the god Rimmon and the promise of freedom and love represented by the captive maid Ruahmah. The storyline centers on Naaman, who is initially a respected captain of the army but becomes cursed with leprosy after refusing to engage with the corrupt practices within the House of Rimmon. Driven to despair, he ultimately seeks healing through the prophet Elisha in Israel, guided by Ruahmah, the maid who has developed a deep bond with him. As Naaman confronts the false gods of oppression, he must also navigate through betrayal and the conflict of loyalties within his own household, particularly regarding his wife, Tsarpi. In a gripping climax, the play culminates in a struggle between faith and authority, culminating in a powerful resolution centered on the triumph of love over tyranny. The narrative weaves together themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the true essence of worship against a backdrop of divine justice. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Naaman, the Syrian -- Drama |
| Subject | Religious drama, American |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17944 |
| Release Date | Mar 8, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 122 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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