Heavenly perspectives, mirrors of eternity: Thomas Traherne's yearning subject.(Critical Essay)

From: Criticism | Date: September 22, 2001| Author: Johnston, Carol Ann | Copyright information

[Holy Days] are Heavenly perspectives wherin we behold the Mystery of Ages, Mirrors of Eternity wherin we feed upon Revelations and Miracles.

--Thomas Traherne, "Book of Private Devotions" 

   Before, Behind, and evry where, Faith is, 
   Or sees, the very Masterpiece of Bliss. 
   All Its Materials are a Living Tomb 
   Of Glory, striking the Spectator dumb 
   And there our GOD is seen in Perspective 
   As if he were a BODY and alive.

--Thomas Tra...

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