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Jesus

The central Christian figure, invoked in prayers and spiritual poems.

minor

Also known as Lord Jesus

First appearance: prayer meeting

Jesus shows up with force in When Sue Wears Red. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Invoked with trumpets to witness and celebrate the beauty of Susanna Jones.

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In When Sue Wears Red: Invoked with trumpets to witness and celebrate the beauty of Susanna Jones. Later, in Drama for Winter Night:…

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The emotional peak occurs in the final line, "Tell them to leave you alone!..."—a raw, defiant outburst that s…

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When Sue Wears Red
Invoked with trumpets to witness and celebrate the beauty of Susanna Jones.
Drama for Winter Night
Implied as the figure to whom the man appeals ('St. Peter', 'God') in his final plea.
God to Hungry Child
The voice of God speaking, though not explicitly named, the divine figure who denies the child a place in the world.
Prayer
Addressed as 'Lord God' in the prayer.
Judgment Day
Addressed as Lord Jesus and Kind Jesus, offering reassurance.
Feet o’ Jesus
The divine figure addressed as 'ma little Jesus' whose mercy and hand are sought.
Song: Rocks and the Firm Roots of Trees
Invoked in the plea 'Sing, O Lord Jesus!' as a source of strength.
Song for a Dark Girl
Addressed as 'white Lord Jesus' in a bitter question about the use of prayer.
Gal's Cry for a Dying Lover
Implored to have mercy and not take the lover.
Shout
Addressed as 'Little Jesus' in a call to listen to prophets and saints.
Fire
Implied as the Lord to whom the speaker cries out for mercy.
Sinner
Addressed as 'Lord' in the sinner's plea for mercy.

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