Superiority to Fate
The poem explores the idea that fate is a concept created by humans to explain events beyond their control. It argues that true power lies within oneself and that one's own actions are what shape their destiny. The speaker asserts that they will not be bound by fate, but rather will forge their own path in life.
By Emily Dickinson · First published 1846 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Spiritual · 58 words
First lines
Superiority to fate Is difficult to learn. 'T is not conferred by any, But possible to earn
A pittance at a time, Until, to her surprise, The soul with strict economy Subsists till Paradise.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Emily Dickinson
- Date: 1846 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Spiritual, Reflective
- Length: 58 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter typical of poetry.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential concepts such as fate and the soul's journey.
- Spiritual — The text references spiritual ideas like the soul and Paradise.
- Reflective — The work encourages introspection on personal growth and resilience.
Tags
Existentialism · Philosophy · Poetry · Mortality · Fate · Free Will · Determinism · Human Condition · Nature · Spirituality · Meditation · Self-Discovery