The Peace of Christmas-Time
The poem describes a serene and peaceful Christmas Eve scene where the narrator reflects on the beauty of nature and the joy of the season. The poem conveys a sense of calmness and tranquility, evoking feelings of happiness and contentment.
By Eugene Field · First published 1891 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Holiday · 306 words
First lines
DEAREST, how hard it is to say That all is for the best, Since, sometimes, in a grievous way God's will is manifest.
See with what hearty, noisy glee Our little ones to-night Dance round and round our Christmas-tree With pretty toys bedight.
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The Peace of Christmas-Time is listed on Textopian as a poem by Eugene Field, dated 1891 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1891 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Holiday, Sentimental, Literary Fiction
- Length: 306 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and rhyme, characteristic of poetry.
- Religious — The themes revolve around the peace brought by the Christ-Child and reflections on God's will, central to Christian beliefs.
- Holiday — The poem specifically addresses Christmas-time, focusing on themes of joy, family, and reflection during the holiday season.
- Sentimental — The emotional tone and focus on love, loss, and nostalgia contribute to a sentimental quality.
Tags
Christmas · Poetry · Holiday · Seasonal · Winter · Peaceful · Reflective · Nostalgic · Sentimental · Heartwarming · Uplifting · Inspirational