Constancy by Mary Baker Eddy (1881)
The work explores themes of love, longing, and the enduring nature of emotional connections. It reflects on the deep sense of absence felt when separated from a loved one, using natural imagery to convey the speaker's feelings. The progression from morning to evening symbolizes the passage of time and the persistent memories that accompany it. The speaker expresses a profound yearning for the presence of the beloved, illustrating how each part of the day evokes thoughts of them. The imagery of starlight, flowers, and shadows emphasizes the beauty and transience of life, while also highlighting the constancy of love despite physical separation. The poem culminates in the idea that true connection transcends earthly bonds, suggesting that love remains eternal and divine. The speaker's heart is filled with this love, indicating a spiritual dimension to their feelings. Overall, the work encapsulates the bittersweet nature of love, intertwining joy and sorrow, and the hope for eventual reunion.
By Mary Baker Eddy · First published 1881 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic Literature, Spiritual Literature · 159 words
First lines
When starlight blends with morning's hue, I miss thee as the flower the dew! When noonday's length'ning shadows flee, I think of thee, I think of thee!
With evening, memories reappear -- I watch thy chair, and wish thee here; Till sleep sets drooping fancy free To dream of thee, to dream of thee!
Since first we met, in weal or woe It hath been thus; and must be so Till bursting bonds our spirits part And Love divine doth fill my heart.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Mary Baker Eddy
- Date: 1881 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romantic Literature, Spiritual Literature, Lyric Poetry, Inspirational Literature
- Length: 159 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- Romantic Literature — The themes of love, longing, and emotional connection are central to the text.
- Spiritual Literature — The text reflects on divine love and spiritual connections, aligning with themes of spirituality.
- Lyric Poetry — The poem expresses personal emotions and thoughts, characteristic of lyric poetry.
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Philosophy · Spirituality · Self-Improvement · Personal Growth · Mental Health · Wellness · Inspiration · Motivation · Faith · Religion · Theology · Metaphysics