Love, Time, and Will
The poem explores the themes of love, time, and will, presenting a philosophical and introspective tone. It delves into the human experience, examining the complexities of emotions, the passage of time, and the power of individual determination. The speaker reflects on the fleeting nature of life, the inevitability of loss, and the struggle to maintain one's sense of self amidst the forces of fate. Through lyrical language and metaphorical imagery, the poem conveys a sense of melancholy and resignation, yet also underscores the human capacity for resilience and perseverance.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1902 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophy, Spirituality · 367 words
First lines
A soul immortal, Time, God everywhere, Without, within-how can a heart despair, Or talk of failure, obstacles, and doubt? (What proofs of God? The little seeds that sprout, Life, and the solar system, and their laws. Nature? Ah, yes; but what was Nature's cause? )
All mighty words are short: God, life, and death, War, peace, and truth, are uttered in a breath. And briefly said are love, and will, and time; Yet in them lies a majesty sublime.
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Love, Time, and Will is listed on Textopian as a novel by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1902 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1902 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophy, Spirituality, Self-Help, Metaphysical
- Length: 367 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- Philosophy — The themes explore existential concepts such as the nature of time, love, and will.
- Spirituality — The work discusses the divine and the soul, reflecting on spiritual beliefs and values.
- Self-Help — The text provides motivational and inspirational guidance on how to live a fulfilling life.
Tags
Philosophy · Poetry · Spirituality · Free Will · Fate · Destiny · Love · Time · Mortality · Human Nature · Existentialism · Metaphysics