Out of the Morning
The poem explores themes of mortality, spirituality, and the afterlife. It describes a moment when the speaker's soul leaves their body, ascending to heaven while their physical form remains behind. The poem touches on the idea that death may not be an end, but rather a transition to another state of existence.
By Emily Dickinson · First published 1895 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Imagery · 97 words
First lines
Will there really be a morning?
Is there such a thing as day?
Could I see it from the mountains If I were as tall as they?
Has it feet like water-lilies?
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Out of the Morning is listed on Textopian as a poem by Emily Dickinson, dated 1895 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Emily Dickinson
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Imagery, Metaphysical, Nature
- Length: 97 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter typical of poetry.
- Philosophical — The poem explores existential questions about the nature of morning and day, reflecting on human understanding and perception.
- Imagery — The poem uses vivid imagery, such as 'feet like water-lilies' and 'feathers like a bird,' to evoke sensory experiences.
- Metaphysical — The poem delves into abstract concepts and the search for meaning beyond the physical world.
Tags
Poetry · American Literature · 19th Century · Nature Imagery · Spirituality · Mortality · Existentialism · Philosophy · Symbolism · Imagery · Metaphor · Allegory