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An Evening Thought: Salvation by Christ, with Penetential Cries by Jupiter Hammon

By Jupiter Hammon

Topics: sad-shayari, love-shayari, deep-lines

Salvation comes by Christ alone, The only Son of God; Redemption now to every one, That love his holy Word. Dear Jesus, we would fly to Thee, And leave off every Sin, Thy tender Mercy well agree; Salvation from our King. Salvation comes now from the Lord, Our victorious King.

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"An Evening Thought: Salvation by Christ, with Penetential Cries" by Jupiter Hammon is a sad and love and deep and inspirational and spiritual english poem consisting of 109 lines. This English poem by Jupiter Hammon demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "Salvation comes by Christ alone, The only Son of God;...", this piece explores themes of sad and love and deep and inspirational and spiritual through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Jupiter Hammon's celebrated body of poetry continues to inspire readers across generations and cultures, and this particular work stands as a powerful example of their artistic vision.

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About Jupiter Hammon

Jupiter Hammon (1711–c. 1806) was the first published African American poet. His poem "An Evening Thought" (1761) was the first work of literature published by an African American. He wrote about faith, freedom, and the moral contradictions of slavery.

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