Easter Day Poem by Oscar Wilde

Easter Day

Rating: 3.1


THE silver trumpets rang across the Dome:
The people knelt upon the ground with awe:
And borne upon the necks of men I saw,
Like some great God, the Holy Lord of Rome.
Priest-like, he wore a robe more white than foam,
And, king-like, swathed himself in royal red,
Three crowns of gold rose high upon his head:
In splendour and in light the Pope passed home.
My heart stole back across wide wastes of years
To One who wandered by a lonely sea,
And sought in vain for any place of rest:
'Foxes have holes, and every bird its nest,
I, only I, must wander wearily,
And bruise my feet, and drink wine salt with tears.'

COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Sylvia Frances Chan 04 March 2024

TWO: The poem critiques the state of Catholicism at the time. It draws a stark contrast between the opulence and grandeur surrounding the Pope, who is treated like a king, and the humble life that Christ led.

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Sylvia Frances Chan 04 March 2024

ONE: This is a thought-provoking poem that invites readers to reflect on the intersection of Christian teachings and the modern-day Pope.

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Sylvia Frances Chan 04 March 2024

LAST BUT NOIT LEAST: A very beautiful poem as only Oscar Wilde is able to write this!

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Sylvia Frances Chan 04 March 2024

SIX: it challenges the status quo, urging readers to prioritize genuine faith and humility over material wealth and institutional power. Congratulations with The Classic Poem Of The Day, chosen by PoemHunter and Team. Most deserving! 5 Stars!

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Sylvia Frances Chan 04 March 2024

FIVE: The final lines echo Christ's words: "Foxes have holes, and every bird its nest, only I, must wander wearily, And bruise My feet, and drink wine salt with tears." Here, the focus shifts from earthly desires to unwavering devotion and sacrifice.

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Sylvia Frances Chan 04 March 2024

FOUR: The speaker's heart "stole back across wide wastes of years" to the time when Christ wandered by a lonely sea, seeking rest. The poem emphasizes the spiritual journey and the longing for a deeper connection with God.

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Sylvia Frances Chan 04 March 2024

THREE: The Pope is depicted as wearing a robe "more white than foam" and adorned with three crowns of gold. His regal appearance stands in direct contradiction to the simplicity and selflessness exemplified by Christ.

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Oscar Wilde

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