Conversion by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem explores the theme of spiritual awakening and transformation. It describes a person's journey from darkness to light, from ignorance to enlightenment, and from sin to redemption. The speaker recounts their past life of worldly desires and sinful pleasures but expresses gratitude for the moment of conversion that brought about a profound change in their being.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1893 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Spirituality · 466 words
First lines
I have lived this life as the skeptic lives it; / I have said the sweetness was less than the gall; / Praising, nor cursing, the Hand that gives it, / I have drifted aimlessly through it all. / I have scoffed at the tale of a so-called heaven; / I have laughed at the thought of a Supreme Friend; / I have said that it only to man was given / To live, to endure; and to die was the end.
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter.
- Romance — The themes revolve around love, admiration, and emotional connection.
- Spirituality — The narrative explores themes of faith, belief in a higher power, and spiritual transformation.
- Philosophy — The text delves into existential questions and the nature of belief and skepticism.
Tags
Romance · Drama · Religion · Spirituality · Philosophy · Psychology · Self-discovery · Personal growth · Mystery · Suspense · Thriller · Christianity
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Spirituality, Philosophy
- Length: 466 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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