Ballad of the Sun by G.K. Chesterton
The Ballad of the Sun is a poem written by G.K. Chesterton in which he describes the sun as a powerful and majestic force that brings light, warmth, and life to the world. The poem begins with the sun rising over the horizon and ends with it setting into the sea. Throughout the poem, Chesterton uses vivid imagery and metaphors to describe the sun's impact on the natural world and human society. He also touches on themes of faith, hope, and redemption, suggesting that the sun represents a divine presence in the universe. Overall, The Ballad of the Sun is a celebration of the beauty and power of nature, as well as a meditation on the spiritual significance of light and darkness.
By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Religious · 152 words
First lines
O well for him that loves the sun That sees the heaven-race ridden or run, The splashing seas of sunset won, And shouts for victory.
God made the sun to crown his head, And when death's dart at last is sped, At least it will not find him dead, And pass the carrion by.
O ill for him that loves the sun; Shall the sun stoop for anyone?
Shall the sun weep for hearts undone Or heavy souls that pray?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: G.K. Chesterton
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Religious, Symbolism
- Length: 152 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential questions and the human condition, typical of philosophical literature.
- Religious — References to God and spiritual elements suggest religious undertones.
- Symbolism — The sun is used as a symbol to convey deeper meanings about life and death.
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poetry · nature · sun · light · life · philosophy · spirituality · romanticism · imagination · beauty · existentialism · human experience