A Marriage Song by G.K. Chesterton
A Marriage Song by G.K. Chesterton is a poem that celebrates the institution of marriage and the joys it brings to those who enter into it. The poem begins with the speaker declaring his love for his bride-to-be, and goes on to describe the many ways in which their union will be blessed. He speaks of how they will share all things together, from the mundane tasks of daily life to the most profound moments of joy and sorrow. The poem ends with a prayer that their love may endure through all the trials and tribulations of life, and that they may always find comfort and strength in each other's arms.
By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1906 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical · 508 words
First lines
Why should we reck of hours that rend / While we two ride together?
The heavens rent from end to end / Would be but windy weather, / The strong stars shaken down in spate / Would be a shower of spring, / And we should list the trump of fate / And hear a linnet sing.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: G.K. Chesterton
- Date: 1906 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical, Adventure, Fantasy
- Length: 508 words
- Structure: 1 section, 17 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The central theme revolves around the enduring bond and love between two individuals.
- Philosophical — Explores existential themes such as fate, identity, and the nature of life and death.
- Adventure — Imagery of riding together and facing battles suggests a sense of journey and adventure.
Tags
marriage · love · poetry · romance · commitment · union · partnership · faithfulness · devotion · celebration · relationships · intimacy