Do Not Stand At My Grave And Weep Poem by Dr Ian Inkster
Do Not Stand At My Grave And Weep
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there; I did not die.[2]
IT IS COMMONLY READ AT FUNERALS. ONE SUNG VERSION OTHER THAN MINE HERE sung by Katherine Jenkins, Illustrated and with Lyrics
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a beautifully written poem giving much comfort to those who need it? thanks for sharing!
Thankyou Tom, the music for this poem by Frye came to me quite esaily as it has perfect cadence! Ian
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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4/25/2024 5:54:36 AM # 1.0.0.1119
I though this poem was written by Mary Elizabeth Frye?
You are right Robert, see the Poets Notes underneath the text. Thanks for showing me my ommission in the title, shall change that now. Hope this does not put you off my other entries! ! Ian