On His Blindness by Alice Meynell
The poem ON HIS BLINDNESS by Alice Meynell is a thought-provoking exploration of the theme of blindness. Through the use of imagery and symbolism, Meynell conveys the idea that true understanding and perception come from within, rather than through physical sight. The poem challenges readers to consider their own perceptions and understanding of the world around them.
By Alice Meynell · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Victorian Literature, Religious Literature · 146 words
First lines
WHEN I consider how my light is spent
Ere half my days, in this dark world and wide,
And that one talent which is death to hide
Lodged with me useless, though my soul more bent
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Victorian Literature, Religious Literature
- Length: 146 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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- Poetry — Alice Meynell is a renowned English poet and her work 'On His Blindness' is one the most famous poems with richly metaphorical language and profound meaning.
- Victorian Literature — Alice Meynell belongs to the Victorian era and her poetry represents the themes and styles of that era.
- Religious Literature — 'On His Blindness' explores religious and philosophical themes, specifically concerning human suffering and divine justice.
Tags
Poetry · Mysticism · Spirituality · Disability · Identity · Existence · Philosophy · Religion · Nature · Loss · Grief · Longing
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