This World is not Conclusion
The poem explores the idea that death is not an end, but rather a transition to another state of being. It suggests that the soul continues on after physical death and that there is no final conclusion in this world. The speaker argues that the universe is infinite and that life is part of a larger cosmic cycle.
By Emily Dickinson · First published 1863 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Metaphysical · 94 words
First lines
This world is not conclusion; A sequel stands beyond, Invisible, as music, But positive, as sound.
It beckons and it baffles; Philosophies don't know, And through a riddle, at the last, Sagacity must go.
To guess it puzzles scholars; To gain it, men have shown Contempt of generations, And crucifixion known.
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This World is not Conclusion is listed on Textopian as a poem by Emily Dickinson, dated 1863 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Emily Dickinson
- Date: 1863 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Metaphysical, Religious, Mystery
- Length: 94 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing meter and rhyme, characteristic of poetry.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential questions and the nature of existence beyond the physical world.
- Metaphysical — The poem delves into abstract concepts such as the afterlife and the limits of human understanding.
- Religious — References to crucifixion and spiritual contemplation suggest religious undertones.
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Poetry · Philosophy · Existentialism · Mortality · Life · Death · Nature · Spirituality · Faith · Doubt · Uncertainty · Free Verse