The Conuercyon of swerers by Stephen Hawes
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"The Conuercyon of swerers" by Stephen Hawes is a poetic treatise likely composed in the late 15th century, during the transition from the medieval to the early modern period in England. This book serves as a moral admonition against swearing and taking the name of God in vain, reflecting a societal concern with the moral and spiritual health of individuals and communities. Through allegorical language and religious themes, the work underscores the
importance of virtue, repentance, and the pursuit of a righteous life. In "The Conuercyon of swerers," Hawes employs a combination of poetic admonition and religious allegory to illustrate the destructive nature of swearing and its consequences for the soul. He calls upon rulers and commoners alike to reflect upon their sinful behavior, emphasizing the need for reform in a society plagued by vice and moral decay. The poem highlights the suffering of Christ as a central figure in the plea for redemption and urges readers to abandon their oaths and return to a life of grace. By invoking themes of mercy, justice, and the divine, Hawes seeks to inspire a collective movement towards spiritual enlightenment and moral integrity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hawes, Stephen, -1523? |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Conuercyon of swerers (The Conversion of Swearers) |
| Credits |
Produced by Louise Hope, David Starner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 11.1 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22289 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 308 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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