The Epic of Saul

The Epic of Saul is a narrative poem by William Cleaver Wilkinson, written in the late 19th century. It chronicles the transformation of Saul of Tarsus from a fervent persecutor of Christians to a devoted follower of Christ, highlighting his internal struggles and encounters with early Christian figures. The poem opens with Saul's relationship with his mentor Gamaliel, setting the stage for the conflict between his Jewish zeal and the emerging Christian faith, ultimately foreshadowing his evolution into Paul the Apostle.