The Pæan of Peace by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem explores the theme of peace and its transformative power on humanity. It describes a world where nations lay down their arms, conflicts cease, and people live in harmony with nature and each other. The poet envisions a future where love, kindness, and compassion reign supreme, and humanity is united in its pursuit of peace.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1898 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Historical · 387 words
First lines
With ever some wrong to be righting, / With self ever seeking for place, / The world has been striving and fighting / Since man was evolved out of space. / Bold history into dark regions / His torchlight has fearlessly cast, / He shows us tribes warring in legions, / In jungles of ages long passed.
Religion, forgetting her station, / Forgetting her birthright from God, / Set nation to warring with nation / And scattered dissension abroad. / Dear creeds have made men kill each other, / Fair faith has bred hate and despair, / And brother has battled with brother / Because of a difference in prayer.
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse form with a rhythmic and lyrical structure.
- Philosophical — The themes explore deep questions about human nature, evolution, and the pursuit of peace.
- Historical — References to historical conflicts and the evolution of human society are prevalent.
- Religious — The text discusses the role of religion in human conflict and peace.
Tags
Poetry · Peace · War · Patriotism · Optimism · Hope · Inspiration · Motivation · Uplifting · Spiritual · Philosophical · Contemplative
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1898 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Historical, Religious, Inspirational
- Length: 387 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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