02291cam a22003133u 4500 27276 UtSlPG 20260610133625.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG pt iso639-1 PQ Lacerda, Augusto de, 1864-1926 Judas: Romance lirico em quatro jornadas Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-11-16 Produced by Pedro Saborano and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) "Judas: Romance lirico em quatro jornadas" by Augusto de Lacerda is a lyrical romance written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life and inner turmoil of Judas Iscariot, exploring themes of betrayal, morality, and the conflict between desire and duty. Through the eyes of Judas, we encounter a critical moment in biblical history, intertwined with personal struggles and the complexity of human emotions. The opening of this lyrical romance introduces a vivid portrayal of Bethany, where Judas and other significant characters gather. The scene is set on a serene spring evening, as the characters discuss the looming threats surrounding their leader, Jesus. The dialogue reveals Judas’s internal conflict—his feelings of resentment and desire juxtaposed against the inherent good he recognizes in Jesus. As he grapples with his emotions and thoughts about betrayal and loyalty, the narrative foreshadows his eventual actions amidst rising tensions between the Jewish rulers and the followers of Jesus. This opening portion effectively establishes a rich, emotional landscape, inviting the reader to reflect on themes of faith, love, and betrayal. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Portuguese drama Bible plays https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27276 68185 68185