The Place of Rest
The Place of Rest is a collection of poems by George William Russell that explores themes of spirituality and nature. The book includes works such as "The Voice of the Earth," "The Call of the Wild," and "The Song of the Stars."
By George William Russell · First published 1937 · Genre: Poetry, Spiritual, Philosophical · 162 words
First lines
'The soul is its own witness and its own refuge'
Unto the deep the deep heart goes, It lays its sadness nigh the breast: Only the Mighty Mother knows The wounds that quiver unconfessed.
It seeks a deeper silence still; It folds itself around with peace, Where thoughts alike of good or ill In quietness unfostered cease.
It feels in the unwounding vast For comfort for its hopes and fears: The Mighty Mother bows at last; She listens to her children's tears.
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The Place of Rest is listed on Textopian as a poem by George William Russell, dated 1937 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1937 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Spiritual, Philosophical, Mystical
- Length: 162 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and imagery, characteristic of poetry.
- Spiritual — Themes of the soul, inner peace, and a connection to a 'Mighty Mother' suggest spiritual exploration.
- Philosophical — The work contemplates existential themes such as the nature of the soul and the search for inner refuge.
- Mystical — The text uses mystical language and imagery to convey a sense of transcendence and divine connection.
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spirituality · philosophy · nature · self-discovery · tranquility · meditation · inner peace · contemplation · mythology · Irish literature · symbolism · dreams