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In “The Living Temple”, Holmes displays a reverent tone towards his subject and theme. Throughout the poem, he shows awe and wonder towards God, who had created the universe and continues to care for the whole macrocosm with his omnipresent spirit. In response to God’s infinite power and love, Holmes writes with honor and respect for God’s awe-inspiring work, which in turn, shapes the poem to seem like a prayer addressed to God rather than simply a work for the reader’s enjoyment. With this reverent tone, Holmes inspires his readers to take on a religious view of the world and give a proper response to the Creator who governs it.
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