Longfellow- Writing Incorporates Religion

<Tab/>Henry Wadsworth Longfellow incorporates religious themes into his poetical work. His religious beliefs were in favor of his Christian faith, unlike others who found all the negative aspects of Catholicism. His poetical works such as "Christus", "The Divine Tragedy" and "The Bells of San Blas" show his positivity toward the Catholic church. In Longfellow's life, he went through periods of depression as a reaction to his wives' deaths. During these …

…and because of this, it was incorporated into his poetical works. "Christus" and "The Divine Tragedy" were written to let the people know just how he felt about religion. Considering he was pro-faith, the public responded to his writing by attending church more often and realizing how important it is to have God involved in everyday life. Longfellow's faith induced writing helped out the religious community by attracting new members, and restoring the old ones.