Hymn for the Celebration of Emancipation at Newb
This poem commemorates the abolition of slavery in Massachusetts and celebrates the freedom of African Americans. It reflects on the struggles and hardships faced by enslaved people and expresses gratitude for their liberation. The poem also highlights the importance of unity and solidarity among those who fought for emancipation, emphasizing that freedom is a collective achievement.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1865 · Genre: Poetry, Historical, Religious · 388 words
First lines
NOT unto us who did but seek The word that burned within to speak, Not unto us this day belong The triumph and exultant song.
Upon us fell in early youth The burden of unwelcome truth, And left us, weak and frail and few, The censor's painful work to do.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Greenleaf Whittier
- Date: 1865 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Historical, Religious, Political, Social Commentary
- Length: 388 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and meter characteristic of poetry.
- Historical — The themes revolve around emancipation and the historical context of slavery and freedom.
- Religious — The text includes spiritual elements and appeals to divine intervention and faith.
- Political — The work addresses social justice issues and the political climate surrounding emancipation.
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American Literature · Poetry · Abolitionist · Slavery · Freedom · Emancipation · New England · 19th Century · Social Justice · Politics · History · Civil War Era