“You do not mean by mystery what a Catholic does. You mean an interesting uncertainty: the uncertainty ceasing interest ceases also.... But a Catholic by mystery means an incomprehensible certainty: without certainty, without formulation there is no interest;... the clearer the formulation the greater the interest.”
Quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins
Work
A Hopkins reader: selections
This book offers a comprehensive selection of poems and other writings by Gerard Manley Hopkins, showcasing the depth and diversity of his literary contributions. more
Author
Gerard Manley Hopkins
Gerard Manley Hopkins was an English poet known for his unique poetic style and profound religious themes. His work was not widely recognized during his lifetime but gained recognition after his death. more
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