Woman's Rights by Mary Baker Eddy
"Woman's Rights" by Mary Baker Eddy is a poem that celebrates the virtues and contributions of women. It emphasizes women's roles in society, spirituality, and family life, portraying them as nurturers, caregivers, and spiritual leaders. The poem highlights women's rights to worship, care for the needy, and participate in spiritual and communal life, asserting their importance in both the domestic sphere and the broader context of society. Eddy underscores the idea that women possess inherent dignity and strength, advocating for their recognition and empowerment.
By Mary Baker Eddy · First published 1910 · Genre: Feminist Literature, Religious Literature, Poetry · 219 words
First lines
/ Grave on her monumental pile; / She won from vice, by virtue's smile, / Her dazzling crown, her sceptered throne, / Affection's wreath, a happy home;
/ The right to worship deep and pure, / To bless the orphan, feed the poor; / Last at the cross to mourn her Lord, / First at the tomb to hear his word;
/ To fold an angel's wings below; / And hover o'er the couch of woe; / To nurse the Bethlehem babe so sweet, / The right to sit at Jesus' feet;
/ To form the bud for bursting bloom, / The hoary head with joy to crown; / In short, the right to work and pray, / "To point to heaven and lead the way."
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Mary Baker Eddy
- Date: 1910 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Feminist Literature, Religious Literature, Poetry, Social Commentary, Philosophical Literature
- Length: 219 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Feminist Literature — The book addresses women's rights and empowerment, focusing on their roles and contributions in society.
- Religious Literature — It incorporates themes of spirituality and the role of women in religious contexts, particularly in relation to Christian teachings.
- Poetry — The writing style is poetic, using verse to convey its messages and themes.
- Social Commentary — The work critiques societal norms and advocates for the recognition of women's rights.
Tags
Feminism · Social Justice · Equality · Rights · Women's Liberation · Suffrage · Empowerment · Freedom · Independence · Autonomy · Self-Determination · Human Rights