To Rusticus by Fanny J. Crosby
"To Rusticus" is a poem written by Fanny J. Crosby in 1876. The poem is a tribute to a man named Rusticus, who is described as a wise and just ruler. The speaker of the poem praises Rusticus for his fairness and compassion, and laments that he is no longer alive to rule. The poem is written in a formal, structured style, with a clear rhyme scheme and meter. It is a beautiful tribute to a man who was clearly admired by the speaker.
By Fanny J. Crosby · First published 1875 · Genre: Christian Literature, Poetry, Inspirational · 157 words
First lines
(In answer to the lines "My Heart Is Weary")
Oh, why forgotten wouldst thou sleep Beneath some lonely tree? as this bright world, so beautiful, No sunny spots for thee? Thou sayest thy heart is weary- Hath sorrow swept its strings? Its every tone of buried hopes Some sad remembrance brings?
Go where the gushing fountain Leaps from the rock-bound hill; And let its quiet murmurs Thy heart's wild throbbing still; Scorn not the humble daisy, Nor lily's drooping form; For, trust me, thou wilt never find A rose without a thorn!
August, 1847
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Fanny J. Crosby
- Date: 1875 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Christian Literature, Poetry, Inspirational
- Length: 157 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Christian Literature — Fanny J. Crosby was known for writing Christian hymns and literature. 'To Rusticus' falls into this genre as it discusses themes related to Christianity and faith.
- Poetry — The book 'To Rusticus' is written in verse form, categorizing it as a form of Poetry.
- Inspirational — The themes present in 'To Rusticus' can serve to inspire readers, making it be categorized under Inspirational Literature.
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Christian · religious · poetry · inspirational · devotional · classic · Victorian · historical · biographical · autobiographical · women's studies · American literature