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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.)

Author: Van Dyke, Henry, 1852-1933

EBook No.: 17944

Published: Mar 8, 2006

Downloads: 122

Language: English

Subject: Naaman, the Syrian -- Drama

Subject: Religious drama, American

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

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.)

Author: Van Dyke, Henry, 1852-1933

EBook No.: 17944

Published: Mar 8, 2006

Downloads: 122

Language: English

Subject: Naaman, the Syrian -- Drama

Subject: Religious drama, American

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.