Das Stunden-Buch by Rainer Maria Rilke

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Author Rilke, Rainer Maria, 1875-1926
Title Das Stunden-Buch
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Book_of_Hours
Note Reading ease score: 84.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents Vom mœnchischen Leben
Von der Pilgerschaft
Von der Armuth und vom Tode
Credits Produced by Markus Brenner and the Online Distributed
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Summary "Das Stunden-Buch" by Rainer Maria Rilke is a poetic work composed of three parts, written in the late 19th to early 20th century. This collection delves deeply into themes of spirituality, existence, and the human experience, exploring the relationships between man, God, and the universe. The verses reflect Rilke’s profound philosophical inquiries, often portraying a struggle between faith and the rigorous nature of reality, set against the backdrop of monastic life and meditation. The opening portion introduces the reader to Rilke's contemplative world through rich, evocative imagery and introspective verses. It begins with a reflection on existence and the experience of time, where the speaker grapples with the divine and the significance of their personal journey. Central to this meditation is a sense of longing, a quest for understanding God, and an exploration of the interconnectedness of all beings, expressed through the metaphor of circles and layers of life. The tone is deeply reflective and contemplative, engaging with the reader's own sense of spirituality and existence as Rilke articulates a journey through thought, emotion, and the quest for divine connection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German poetry -- 20th century
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