The Tension between Desire and Doctrine in Go Tell it on the Mountain
Words: 809 Pages: 3 4724In James Baldwin's seminal work, "Go Tell It on the Mountain," young John Grimes is raised within the stringent traditions of the Christian church, a setting that creates a profound conflict between his personal desires and the duties imposed upon him by religious doctrine. This tension is a central theme of the novel, exploring how rigid religious beliefs can often repress individual desires and lead to inner turmoil. The church, with its strict guidelines on behavior and morality, becomes both […]
