# The Goal explained — Poetry

> Chapter companion for Poetry by George MacDonald.

## What happens

A brief meditation on finding ultimate fulfillment and true relationship solely in God.

## Themes in this chapter

### Redemption and Grace

The poem suggests that the perfect end and true self or friendship are found only in God, implying a redemptive orientation toward the divine.

## Character check-ins

### God

Presented as the singular source of perfect end and true self or friendship.

### Unknown

Addressed as 'thou' in the line 'Wilt thou find thyself or friend.'

## Key lines

> In God alone, the perfect end, Wilt thou find thyself or friend.

Only in God will you discover your ultimate purpose and true companionship.

_Summarizes the chapter's core message of divine-centered fulfillment._

## Links

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