The Pæan of Peace
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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The Pæan of Peace is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1898 CE.
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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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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