Inscription for My Little Son's Silver Plate
The poem is a sentimental and nostalgic piece that expresses the speaker's hopes and wishes for their child's future. The speaker inscribes a message on a silver plate, hoping it will serve as a guide and inspiration for their son as he grows up. The inscription conveys the importance of living a virtuous life, being kind to others, and staying true to oneself.
By Eugene Field · First published 1889 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Didactic Literature · 110 words
First lines
When thou dost eat from off this plate, / I charge thee be thou temperate; / Unto thine elders at the board / Do thou sweet reverence accord; / And, though to dignity inclined, / Unto the serving-folk be kind; / Be ever mindful of the poor, / Nor turn them hungry from the door; / And unto God, for health and food / And all that in thy life is good, / Give thou thy heart in gratitude.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1889 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Children's Literature, Didactic Literature, Inspirational Literature, Religious Literature
- Length: 110 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse and employs poetic devices, making it primarily a poem.
- Children's Literature — The poem addresses moral lessons and values intended for a young audience, typical of children's literature.
- Didactic Literature — The poem conveys moral teachings and ethical guidance, characteristic of didactic literature.
- Inspirational Literature — The themes of gratitude and kindness inspire positive behavior and values.
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Poem · Inscription · Dedication · Personal · Intimate · Family · Parental Love · Childhood · Nostalgia · Sentimental · Emotional · Heartfelt