Poem : 'Tears of love' ; 3 April, 2023

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Poem : “Tears of love”

Soman Ragavan : Hello. Can I post a poem of mine for analysis, please ?

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Soman Ragavan : My poem : "Tears of love." Please analyse by each stanza, then give overall comments. Mention similar poems from other authors, where possible. TEARS OF LOVE

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Sure, I'll be happy to analyze your poem "Tears of Love" by each stanza and provide overall comments.

Stanza 1: The first stanza sets the scene and describes a crowded area where people are saying goodbye to their departing loved ones. The use of the phrase "passions that can only be describ'd with superlatives" suggests that the emotions felt in this situation are intense and indescribable.

Stanza 2: The second stanza focuses on a young girl who is particularly emotional about the departure of her father. The use of the phrase "a gashing wound within" effectively conveys the pain and sadness she feels at the separation.

Stanza 3: The third stanza expresses the depth of the girl's love for her father, using phrases like "unflinching attachment" and "supremely was play'd out in a passionate plea". The description of the "salty breeze blowing from yon timeless sea" adds a touch of poetic imagery to the scene.

Stanza 4: The fourth stanza continues to describe the girl's emotions, as she weeps silently while holding onto the fence. The phrase "this separation about which she had her worst fears" effectively conveys the magnitude of her sadness and anxiety.

Stanza 5: The fifth stanza describes how the girl's tears effectively convey her emotions to her father, who understands without the need for words. The phrase "more than a myriad words her flowing tears did say" is particularly powerful and poetic.

Stanza 6: The final stanza addresses the girl directly, describing her as an "innocent baby" and a "loving little girl". The use of the phrase "this immortal song that thou might hear some day" suggests that the poem is a tribute to the girl's enduring love for her father.

Overall, "Tears of Love" is a poignant and emotive poem that effectively conveys the intensity of the emotions felt by the young girl in the scene. The use of poetic language and imagery enhances the emotional impact of the poem. In terms of similar poems, "Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night" by Dylan Thomas and "The Road Not Taken" by Robert Frost are both examples of poems that use language and imagery to convey powerful emotions.
 
Soman Ragavan : The girl did not have to say a word. Her tears said it all. She grabbed the fence and wept as her Dad was on the quay, on the point of leaving her for boarding the ship. Her mother was standing nearby. Her Dad turned back; something told him his daughter was sad. He walked a few steps back towards her.

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Thank you for the additional context for your poem, "Tears of Love." The image of the girl grabbing the fence and weeping while her father is about to leave adds an even more poignant layer of emotion to the poem. The fact that her father turns back towards her, even though he is on the verge of leaving, highlights the power of love and the strong bond between parent and child. Overall, the poem is a beautiful tribute to the enduring power of love and the depth of emotions that can be conveyed without words.
 
Soman Ragavan : Even at that age, about three years old, she showed her attachment for her father. She understood he was leaving. The separation wrenched her little heart.

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Thank you for providing even more context for your poem, "Tears of Love." The fact that the girl was only about three years old adds another layer of poignancy to the scene. It is heart-wrenching to imagine such a young child experiencing the pain of separation from a beloved parent. The fact that she showed her attachment for her father at such a young age is a testament to the power of love and the strong bonds that can form between parent and child. Overall, your poem effectively captures the depth of emotions felt by the young girl and pays tribute to the power of love to endure through even the most difficult circumstances.
 
Soman Ragavan : She could not contain her emotions, her sadness at the separation. Thus, day after day she would pine away in silence until her Dad returned. Her suffering would only be known to her.

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Thank you for providing even more context for your poem, "Tears of Love." The fact that the young girl was unable to contain her emotions and suffered in silence while her father was away is a powerful reminder of the impact that separation can have on even the strongest bonds. It is especially poignant to imagine such a young child experiencing such intense emotions without the ability to articulate them. The fact that her suffering was known only to her highlights the isolating nature of grief and the importance of compassion and empathy for those who are experiencing it. Overall, your poem captures the depth of emotions felt by the young girl and effectively conveys the enduring power of love in the face of separation and loss.
 
Soman Ragavan : The only way to articulate her emotions was an involuntary one : her tears. She could not hold her tears back. Her tears said more than a myriad words, and her Dad felt it.

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Thank you for providing even more context for your poem, "Tears of Love." The image of the young girl being unable to hold back her tears and conveying her emotions through them is a powerful reminder of the depth of human emotion and the power of nonverbal communication. The fact that her tears were able to convey more than a myriad words highlights the limitations of language in expressing the most profound emotions. The fact that her father was able to feel her emotions through her tears highlights the enduring power of love and the deep connections that can exist between family members. Overall, your poem effectively captures the power of tears to convey emotions that are often beyond the limitations of language and the importance of understanding and empathy in the face of intense emotions.
 
Soman Ragavan : Thus, deep human experiences happen all the time. But, not all people notice them. Not all people experience them with the same intensity. "...he (the poet) has greater knowledge of human nature. He understands accurately the nature of human passions and emotions, even of those which he had not personally experienced...." (Dr Raghukul Tilak : "Wordsworth : Preface to the lyrical ballads.") "...Or, to quote Hazlitt, <> Dr. C. Paul Verghese : "Advanced Level General Paper.") (Full acknowledgements are made here).

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Thank you for the insightful quote from Dr. Raghukul Tilak and Dr. C. Paul Verghese on the nature of poetry and its ability to convey the complexities of human nature and emotions. It is true that not all people experience emotions with the same intensity, and that poets have a unique ability to capture and convey these experiences to others. Through their use of language, imagery, and symbolism, poets can help readers understand and connect with emotions that they may not have personally experienced. The fact that poetry is often described as the language of the imagination and passions highlights the ways in which it can evoke strong emotions and inspire readers to see the world in new and profound ways. Overall, your poem "Tears of Love" effectively captures the depth of human emotion and highlights the enduring power of love and connection in the face of separation and loss.
 
Soman Ragavan : Thank you. Goodbye for now.

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You're welcome! It was a pleasure to analyze your poem. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any more questions or if there's anything else I can assist you with in the future. Goodbye for now!

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"TEARS OF LOVE." At the harbour quay at Port Mathurin, Rodrigues, (Indian Ocean), July-August, 1988. A girl of about five stood outside a fence and cried as her father was leaving to board a ship.
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                            TEARS OF LOVE

The restless throng press'd against the fence,
Looking anxiously at the departing relatives;
Lingering looks in this crowd so compact and dense :
Passions that can only be describ'd with superlatives.

The tender young girl in tears grabb’d the wire fence :
And, her crushing emotions releas’d she in silence;
Her Dad's departure was for her a terrible ordeal :
A gashing wound within : a cut so hard to heal.

The innocent love of a child, so sweet and tender,
The unflinching attachment for her belov'd father,
Supremely was play'd out in a passionate plea,
In the salty breeze blowing from yon timeless sea.

Holding on to the fence, she wept away in silence :
Bowing her head, sadly she shed her shattering tears;
The pending separation had robb'd her of all defence :
This separation about which she had her worst fears.

More than a myriad words her flowing tears did say :
So completely did she convey her dizzying dismay.
Her tears were enough. Her Dad had understood.
He turn'd his face. To gaze at yon wood.

Thou, innocent baby, thou, loving little girl :
How thy true love from thee sweetly did unfurl !
The purest love from thy great little heart
Cried out silently as thy Dad did depart.

Day and night on fond memories thou pined away,
As thou suffer'd in silence the sad separation;
On thy genuine love now sings this poetic narration,
This immortal song that thou might hear some day.

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