Die Kathedrale: Gedichte

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Die Kathedrale: Gedichte

by Ruth Schaumann

DE·~25 minutes

Chapters

Description

Within this lyrical tapestry, the poet weaves together ancient stories and natural visions, turning familiar biblical figures into vivid, contemporary echoes. The verses unfold like stained‑glass windows, each line a fragment of light that catches on red shrubs, soaring cliffs, and trembling rivers. From the hush of a storm‑laden ark to the quiet tread of a pilgrim on stone steps, the collection invites listeners to linger on the tension between the sacred and the everyday.

The language is dense yet resonant, employing striking metaphors that juxtapose flesh and stone, wind and feather. A recurring rhythm of questioning and reverence guides the ear through meditative passages that feel both personal confession and communal prayer. As the poems progress, they suggest a journey of self‑discovery that mirrors the ancient quests of Noah, Abraham, and David, without revealing their outcomes.

Listening to these poems feels like walking through a cathedral built of words, each stanza a vaulted arch that both supports and challenges the mind. The collection offers a contemplative space where listeners can explore faith, memory, and the ever‑shifting landscape of belief.

Details

Language

de

Duration

~25 minutes (24K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Jens Sadowski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2016-06-20

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Ruth Schaumann

Ruth Schaumann

1899–1975

A deaf German poet, novelist, and visual artist, she built an unusually rich creative life across literature and sculpture. Her work is often remembered for its spiritual depth, emotional clarity, and quiet resilience.

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