Justice by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem explores the theme of justice and morality, presenting a contrast between the harshness of human justice and the mercy of divine justice. It describes a scene where a condemned man is being led to execution, while a crowd of onlookers gathers to witness the event. The poem then shifts its focus to the spiritual realm, where the soul of the condemned man is judged by a higher power.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1912 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Religious · 155 words
First lines
However inexplicable may seem Event and circumstance upon this earth, Though favours fall on those whom none esteem, And insult and indifference greet worth; Though poverty repays the life of toil, And riches spring where idle feet have trod, And storms lay waste the patiently tilled soil- Yet Justice sways the universe of God.
As undisturbed the stately stars remain Beyond the glare of day's obscuring light, So Justice dwells, though mortal eyes in vain Seek it persistently by reason's sight. But when, once freed, the illumined soul looks out. Its cry will be, ‘O God, how could I doubt! '
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1912 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Religious, Inspirational
- Length: 155 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter.
- Philosophical — The themes explore deep questions about justice, morality, and the human condition.
- Religious — References to God and the universe suggest a spiritual or religious perspective.
- Inspirational — The text aims to inspire and uplift by addressing the concept of divine justice.
Tags
Poetry · Social Justice · Philosophy · Morality · Ethics · Human Rights · Equality · Freedom · Liberty · Injustice · Oppression · Rebellion