Poetry And The BibleSample
Walt Whitman
Walt Whitman, known for his poetry collection "Leaves of Grass," was fascinated by the literary legacy of the Bible. He included biblical themes in his works, including a story from the Gospel of Luke in his short story "Shirval: A Tale of Jerusalem."
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About this Plan
Museum of the Bible's eight-day plan highlights the poets who found inspiration and imagery in the Bible. The Bible includes poetry across its pages, including in the books of Job and Psalms. Join us as we explore the contributions of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, T.S. Eliot, Emma Lazarus, and more.
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