The Dying Gipsy by James Crabb
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| Author | Crabb, James, 1774-1851 |
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| Title | The Dying Gipsy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 19th century Religious Tract Society edition by David Price |
| Summary | "The Dying Gipsy" by James Crabb is a religious narrative written in the 19th century. This work presents a poignant account focused on themes of sin, conscience, and redemption, as it follows the final moments of a dying gipsy named Stanley. Through his reflection on a life filled with transgression and a desperate quest for forgiveness, the book explores the moral and spiritual struggles faced by an individual confronting death. In this narrative, Stanley recounts his troubled history and the crushing weight of a particularly grievous sin—cursing God—committed decades ago, which has haunted him ever since. As he nears death, he experiences a profound spiritual awakening that leads him to seek solace in the promise of divine mercy and the redemptive power of Jesus Christ. Supported by the compassionate visits of friends who speak to him of hope, forgiveness, and the grace of God, Stanley expresses an earnest desire for mercy as he grapples with his past. The story underscores the critical nature of conscience and the necessity of repentance while contrasting the solemnity of his spiritual journey with the indifference of a revelrous crowd celebrating nearby, ultimately leaving readers with a profound reflection on the importance of faith and repentance in the face of mortality. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship |
| Subject | Sin |
| Subject | Salvation |
| Subject | Repentance |
| Subject | Conscience |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62054 |
| Release Date | May 8, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 53 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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