THE GIFT - Mary Oliver

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Mary Jane Oliver was an American poet who won the National Book Award and the Pulitzer Prize. Her work is inspired by nature, rather than the human world, stemming from her lifelong passion for solitary walks in the wild. It is characterized by a sincere wonderment at the impact of natural imagery, conveyed in unadorned language. In 2007, she was declared to be the country's best-selling poet.
Be still, my soul, and steadfast.
Earth and heaven both are still watching
though time is draining from the clock
and your walk, that was confident and quick,
has become slow.
So, be slow if you must, but let
the heart still play its true part.
Love still as once you loved, deeply
and without patience. Let God and the world
know you are grateful. That the gift has been given.
"The Gift" by Mary Oliver urged the reader to embrace a sense of stillness and steadfastness. The verses convey a profound message about the passage of time and the transformation of one's journey. As the clock ticks away, the once confident and brisk walk becomes deliberate and unhurried. Oliver encourages the soul to be slow if necessary, while the heart continues to play its authentic role. The poem emphasizes the enduring power of love, urging the reader to love deeply and without patience. The connection to gratitude is emphasized, as the speaker implores one to let God and the world know that the gift of life has been acknowledged and appreciated. Mary Oliver's "The Gift" is a timeless reflection on the essence of existence, inviting contemplation on the beauty and significance of each moment.
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Read by Irene Latham
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[@quinnlesniak7498]

Such a lovely rendition of this poem

[@WisdoMango]

Thank you 🙏

[@CesarDiaz1971]

Reading this poem so slowly ruins the rhythm of the poem itself