The Singing in God's Acre by Eugene Field
The poem explores the idea of a child's innocence and connection with nature. It describes a serene and peaceful scene where children are playing and singing in a natural setting, evoking a sense of joy and contentment. The poem also touches on the theme of spirituality, suggesting that the children's songs are a form of worship or prayer.
By Eugene Field · First published 1894 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Lyrical · 351 words
First lines
Out yonder in the moonlight, wherein God's Acre lies, / Go angels walking to and fro, singing their lullabies. / Their radiant wings are folded, and their eyes are bended low, / As they sing among the beds whereon the flowers delight to grow, --
"Sleep, oh, sleep! / The Shepherd guardeth His sheep. / Fast speedeth the night away, / Soon cometh the glorious day; / Sleep, weary ones, while ye may, / Sleep, oh, sleep!"
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Religious — The themes revolve around divine guardianship and the comfort of faith, reflecting religious sentiments.
- Lyrical — The text expresses deep emotions and personal reflections, typical of lyrical poetry.
- Nature — The imagery of flowers and the natural setting of 'God's Acre' emphasizes the connection to nature.
Tags
Poetry · Children's Literature · American Literature · 19th Century · Nature · Imagination · Whimsy · Fantasy · Rural Life · Farm Life · Childhood · Innocence
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The Singing in God's Acre is listed on Textopian as a poem by Eugene Field, dated 1894 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1894 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Lyrical, Nature, Spiritual
- Length: 351 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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