Three Things by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem explores the idea that there are three things that last forever: faith, hope, and charity. The speaker argues that while earthly pleasures and possessions may fade away, these three virtues will endure even in the face of death and eternity. The poem emphasizes the importance of cultivating these qualities in order to achieve a sense of permanence and transcendence.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1912 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophy, Inspirational · 105 words
First lines
Know this, ye restless denizens of earth, Know this, ye seekers after joy and mirth, Three things there are, eternal in their worth.
Love, that outreaches to the humblest things; Work that is glad, in what it does and brings; And faith that soars upon unwearied wings.
Divine the Powers that on this trio wait. Supreme their conquest, over Time and Fate. Love, Work, and Faith-these three alone are great.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1912 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophy, Inspirational, Spirituality
- Length: 105 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- Philosophy — The themes explore deep existential concepts such as love, work, and faith.
- Inspirational — The content aims to inspire and uplift the reader through its exploration of eternal values.
- Spirituality — The work touches on spiritual themes, particularly in its discussion of faith and divine powers.
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Poetry · Philosophy · Inspiration · Motivation · Self-Help · Personal Growth · Spirituality · Mindfulness · Wellness · Happiness · Positive Thinking · Optimism