Because I could not stop for Death - A poem by Emily Dickinson

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  • @Anna-Jade
    @Anna-Jade 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +203

    I have a terminal illness.......I have accepted that what is to be must be.........something brought me to this poem today. I found it oddly comforting.

    • @usersless
      @usersless 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      I love you.

    • @tinamurray4585
      @tinamurray4585 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Accept Jesus Christ Son of God as your Saviour- that He died on Cross for your sins and for you to be righteous. Give your life to Him, ask forgiveness for your sins and invite & accept Him as your Saviour

    • @williamreeves32
      @williamreeves32 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      So sorry..

    • @cindyj5522
      @cindyj5522 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      In which case we are all terminal...just at different times and what must be will be. I hope your journey is gentle with you. ❤

    • @kafizola5695
      @kafizola5695 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @ricsouza5011
    @ricsouza5011 2 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    My interpretation is that is a poetic depiction of a literal funeral procession, with a carriage carrying the dead lyrical self to her grave. It's hauning and morbid but beautiful as well.

    • @solomeen6512
      @solomeen6512 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      emily dickinson tends to use a lot of funereal imagery in her poetry, like in "i felt a funeral in my brain" your assessment is pretty cool because here, instead of establishing a funeral procession as a conceit for a mental breakdown, now instead she's reimagining a funeral itself. its funny how her view of death oscillates between violent and horrific and then mellow and peaceful

    • @andrearenee7845
      @andrearenee7845 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      It's life transformation "Eternity". Think much higher...

    • @ter450
      @ter450 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The poem explores the theme of mortality, personifying Death as a polite, almost gentle companion who kindly "stops" for the speaker. Rather than frightening or ominous, Death is presented as courteous, even inviting, which sets a contemplative and serene tone.
      The journey in the poem is symbolic. The speaker travels in a carriage with Death and "Immortality," as if taking a final, inevitable journey toward an eternal destination. By "slowly" driving, Dickinson emphasizes that Death is unhurried and patient. The speaker relinquishes both her work and leisure, suggesting that in the face of death, earthly concerns and daily routines fade in significance.
      The scenery they pass-"the School," "the Fields of Gazing Grain," and "the Setting Sun"-can be seen as symbolic of the stages of life: childhood, maturity, and old age or the end of life. These scenes reflect life’s natural progression, which the speaker observes one final time as she leaves it behind.
      The mood grows colder as they pass the sun. Dressed only in "Gossamer" and "Tulle," the speaker feels a chill, suggesting the frailty and vulnerability of life. The "House" they pause before is a grave, with its roof barely visible and "Cornice-in the Ground." It’s a resting place, yet its description as a “House” suggests a homecoming or a place of rest and continuity.
      The poem closes with the speaker realizing that this journey was centuries ago, though it "feels shorter than the Day." She reflects that time in eternity is beyond human comprehension, compressing centuries into a moment. The horses are "toward Eternity," signifying a journey without end, where death is merely a transition into the infinite.
      Dickinson’s portrayal of death here is peaceful and accepting, presenting it as a natural and inevitable process, guided by a gentle figure. The poem invites readers to consider death not as an end, but as part of an eternal journey.
      The audio and visual presentation of the poem breaths new life into such a beautiful piece of poetry.

  • @raelene101
    @raelene101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +258

    I can't listen to poetry anymore, unless its read by Tom. I love the visuals.

    • @joeywebster4390
      @joeywebster4390 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Agreed

    • @alec1995AT
      @alec1995AT 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Big facts 🙌

    • @TheBookoftheLord
      @TheBookoftheLord 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hiddleston?

    • @Vee_of_the_Weald
      @Vee_of_the_Weald 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@TheBookoftheLord
      Tom O’Bedlam. The man who read this piece of poetry

    • @cherylyates9845
      @cherylyates9845 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He has a good voice but it seems jarring to me to listen to a poem written by a woman, read by a man. Can we have no respite from the voices of men.

  • @ravenfeather7087
    @ravenfeather7087 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    I first saw this presentation a couple of weeks ago when I was truly struggling with my mostly recently acquired knowledge of my mortality. I was not going gently into that good night. It figuratively stopped me in my tracks and I was struck with an immediate sense of calm and acceptance. "Yes, that is me." A perfect accompaniment to Dickinson's poem. As it guides me on my way.

    • @kiddozoo
      @kiddozoo 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Love to you...

    • @Vee_of_the_Weald
      @Vee_of_the_Weald 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      🫂

  • @SpecialSalads
    @SpecialSalads ปีที่แล้ว +38

    It's so wonderful to see content like this on TH-cam instead of just TikTok dances.

  • @EnkaMexi
    @EnkaMexi ปีที่แล้ว +93

    The Reaper comes, with scythe in hand
    to take us to the other land
    His coat is black, his voice is grim
    his eyes are red, his body slim.
    He'll come for you, he'll come for me
    it's just a matter of time, you see
    For he's a part of life's grand scheme
    and in his touch, there's a new dream.

  • @marycarroll-uf4jj
    @marycarroll-uf4jj ปีที่แล้ว +18

    My favorite poem by my favorite poet. Hauntingly beautiful.

  • @naturesoundzz
    @naturesoundzz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Death will come to us as a friend - the words have given me comfort after my dad passed away. Your visuals and the soothing voice help … Thank you

  • @Zach______
    @Zach______ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    You really get the cadence of each poem, the music is very fitting.

    • @gigiwills7851
      @gigiwills7851 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      IMO, the music is truly awful. And too loud.

    • @angelsong119
      @angelsong119 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@gigiwills7851I feel the same.

  • @Gar96229
    @Gar96229 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    We passed the setting sun,
    Or rather,
    He passed us

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Once in a lifetime-there is everything!

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loveliest of trees!

  • @rtisom
    @rtisom ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very beautiful reading, stunning visuals.

  • @timothypoulter8285
    @timothypoulter8285 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    A stunning reading and visuals. I am truly moved by this.

  • @helikopter1231
    @helikopter1231 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My favourite English poem

  • @estherferrandez2206
    @estherferrandez2206 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love Emily's poetry and this poem is iconic. I've absolutely loved your interpretation as a trip to the past. I think it is something people may do naturally when they face their leaving.I think I'd do. Thanks a lot. The images are beautiful and very intriguing.

  • @SurajYadav-hh7iu
    @SurajYadav-hh7iu 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    So soothing ❤, I just closed my eyes to feel that mesmerizing vibe but I was here to watch the explanation of this poem for my exam 😅.
    Thank you so much 🙏...

  • @CurtRowlett
    @CurtRowlett 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This poem gives me great comfort. Much love to you, Ms. Dickinson.

  • @guidofaria6721
    @guidofaria6721 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such a beautiful composition. Nice video... nice everything. Many thanks.

  • @karenlove3848
    @karenlove3848 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    So Beautiful.. Thank you very much 🌳🌿🍃🐦🕊️

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saying goodbye and thanks can bypass everything...

  • @ESan-yq1tm
    @ESan-yq1tm 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thank you. Beautiful poem.

  • @streampunksheep
    @streampunksheep 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I am so happy this is still up

  • @odysodys1098
    @odysodys1098 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Well read. I love EED. Looking forward to meeting her.

  • @k.fmariya2240
    @k.fmariya2240 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I heard this poem in English book, from that moment I fallen love with this poem.

  • @creativitylive
    @creativitylive 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I have goosebumps, very beautiful

  • @Vee_of_the_Weald
    @Vee_of_the_Weald 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing cinematography and music choices. 👌🏼

  • @citizensnid3490
    @citizensnid3490 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It seems to alternate between manmade structures and the natural world this film. Interesting urban then countryside then urban then countryside again. Great poem good visuals

  • @JereferolB1
    @JereferolB1 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So beautiful, so lovely so comforting dear Lord

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everything is important,beçouse time is important and patient,cherish,fulfilled or no regret and be good.

  • @themancer
    @themancer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi, I just came accross your channel, isn't this a lucky day for me?

    • @Lorenacol
      @Lorenacol  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is indeed a lucky day for me as well. Thanks for watching ❤

  • @HarishankarDash-l5c
    @HarishankarDash-l5c 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A gorgeous poem

  • @sousamina
    @sousamina 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Me hizo llorar. Te quedó hermoso el canal. Felicidades lore!!

    • @Lorenacol
      @Lorenacol  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gracias linda!! Que bueno te gustó! Gracias por pasarte por acá, Lu!

  • @jawaherAlamra
    @jawaherAlamra ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So powerful

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    In flanders field!
    My life close twice
    I have a rendezvous with death
    Oh captain my captain
    A thing of beauty
    Daffoldils
    All that is gold that is not glitter
    Etc.

  • @shashankh3
    @shashankh3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Always been a fan of your visuals ❤️.

    • @Lorenacol
      @Lorenacol  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!!

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    By pass everything and no one can dictate you...

  • @thewellvideoproductions8244
    @thewellvideoproductions8244 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Magic!

  • @buffalogal9139
    @buffalogal9139 ปีที่แล้ว

    So beautiful, thank you very much.

  • @jdwhite5892
    @jdwhite5892 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful.

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    By pass everything once in a lifetime can change everything...

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    Patient can measure infinity in one second and it can measure everything even death can express.ty-abbreviation.

  • @danieltuhkanen9446
    @danieltuhkanen9446 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    And this IS what we Call good luck

  • @nikiTricoteuse
    @nikiTricoteuse ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love it. It seems absolutely fitting and the narration (recital?) is superb. My only complaint is, as is too often the case sadly, the music is too loud. Those of us with older ears often find the volume and certain notes extremely jarring. I miss the days when background music WAS in the background.

    • @cherylyates9845
      @cherylyates9845 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Computer audio is still a mess. It doesn't know if you have surround sound system or two little computer speakers. If it helps, you might want to look into your audio settings and try some of those. I have one that has a checkbox for volume equalization that functions well.

  • @vincentpaul835
    @vincentpaul835 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful.

  • @genevacopp845
    @genevacopp845 ปีที่แล้ว

    Soooooo Beautiful!!!!!!! ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

  • @relatosnomadas9714
    @relatosnomadas9714 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Bellísimo!!!

    • @Lorenacol
      @Lorenacol  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gracias linda!! :D

  • @aussiemumlovesmusic
    @aussiemumlovesmusic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful

  • @Bearwithme560
    @Bearwithme560 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    No AI-generated voice will *ever* approach the beauty of his delivery, ever.

  • @miriamaguilar7977
    @miriamaguilar7977 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I can't either. I am not ready. Have good to do before I expire.

  • @kekhriesiu6769
    @kekhriesiu6769 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thankyou so much for this

    • @Lorenacol
      @Lorenacol  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you again! ❤

  • @mcmars273
    @mcmars273 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Excellent 21C interpretation of a timeless American master from the 19C. Is that Tom O'Bedlam narrating?

    • @Lorenacol
      @Lorenacol  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you!! I have my doubts when I was making it, but it's cool that you liked it. Yes, It's Tom O'Bedlam's voice, I credit him in the description :D

  • @cornflakegirl4811
    @cornflakegirl4811 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is magnificent, omg

  • @shinyandrea8507
    @shinyandrea8507 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing thank you

  • @alexandraf1020
    @alexandraf1020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    Life have no end!so don't stop believing!

  • @goldilocks913
    @goldilocks913 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful thank you 😊

  • @spmoran4703
    @spmoran4703 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Emily was a fun person .

  • @geangarcia2673
    @geangarcia2673 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing 😻

  • @i.vlog.2024
    @i.vlog.2024 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Big fan!🙌

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best Forever and for everything its Ur mission bypass verything

  • @switzerlandful
    @switzerlandful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    2:14 "The cornice but a mound" (that's the way I read it)

    • @ayanasingh1802
      @ayanasingh1802 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’ve seen both versions

  • @danielmoran9902
    @danielmoran9902 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Trouble is, the bugger stops for all of us eventually. I've managed to dodge him once or twice, but I know his icy fingers will get me in the end.

  • @VvendigO.
    @VvendigO. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love your work, subscribed ❤️

    • @Lorenacol
      @Lorenacol  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! ❤

    • @VvendigO.
      @VvendigO. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Lorenacol Here's a poem I love, maybe you make a video with it... Also, I hope I'm not bothering you with my suggestions😢

    • @Lorenacol
      @Lorenacol  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@VvendigO. You're not bothering at all! Make all the suggestions that you want :). What's the poem that you love? Did you pass me a link?

    • @VvendigO.
      @VvendigO. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Lorenacol I forgot, sorry, here it is th-cam.com/video/WAWaZqDf-VE/w-d-xo.html

    • @dunesswati5037
      @dunesswati5037 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​lll

  • @daviddiscenza3187
    @daviddiscenza3187 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I once read that the poems of Emily Dickinson can be sung to the tune of "The Yellow Rose of Texas". I don't know if that's true for all her poems, but it does for this one.

  • @alexandriaavelar7599
    @alexandriaavelar7599 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    English lit 🔥 I remember this poem

  • @gapratt4955
    @gapratt4955 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Makes me think of the Twilight Zone episode, "The Hitch-hiker".

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    By pass everything even death its parts of my life and reference which i cannot by pass and forgot...my number ...

  • @jon780249
    @jon780249 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful poem beautifully read, but do we need a soundtrack and film footage? Let the words and the thought and art behind them do the work they were intended to do. They are rich enough as they are.

  • @wellgeesh3411
    @wellgeesh3411 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so gorgeous

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    U need praise,comparison or trouble.pinaikot ikot lang ang buhay.thanks.

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    Poorest of the poor-mother teressa-africa...nangitim tuloy ako at hindi ko nakita sa horizon May white pala...Madagascar,Sahara desert,straight of gibraltar,Panama canal,Egypt great piramyd,Persia,world history,Africa land of jungle at pinakain ako sa mga leon at tinanggal ang gunita-madagascar...adventurous..

  • @deelynn8611
    @deelynn8611 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Not a fan of poetry, but Emily is great.

  • @ChillinVillin-in7sj
    @ChillinVillin-in7sj 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    In the movie “Gladiator “ it is said best:”Death smiles,and all we can do is smile back!”
    “Nobody gets outta here alive”;Morrison.🀄️

  • @evelynehennick7515
    @evelynehennick7515 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you!

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    First point to last point!

  • @poesie6279
    @poesie6279 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beautiful but the imagery of the modern car seems misplaced.

    • @kangaroo9816
      @kangaroo9816 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I actually love it. The poem is old and the vocabulary dated, but the visuals help bring the idea home that the sentiment is timeless and applies to Dickinson‘s world just as much as it does ours. Horses, cars, who cares, the journey is always the same.

    • @poesie6279
      @poesie6279 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@kangaroo9816 yes you are quite right; that didn’t occur to me.

  • @Cezna1701
    @Cezna1701 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I will be waiting

  • @matea3026
    @matea3026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    wonderful concept of your channel!! what camera do you use and which program for editing? i was looking for more channels like yours cuz they inspire me to make similar videos. Wish your channel grows bigger, it deserves attention :)

  • @MorphingReality
    @MorphingReality 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your stuff :)

  • @Trey-v7t
    @Trey-v7t หลายเดือนก่อน

    For...Harvey and Grace Crawford😇💞

  • @limanarowalling4736
    @limanarowalling4736 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is beautifully narrated & done ❤💐

  • @TenTenJ
    @TenTenJ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1:14 this is the beautiful St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral in New York City. It is a New York treasure.

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your best its enought.

  • @T.T.T.H
    @T.T.T.H ปีที่แล้ว

    amazing!!x💘💝💖💗💓💞💕💟❣❤‍🔥

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a simple person no need admire or to know everything,

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    By pass everything....even death...

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rain rain go a way...

  • @SkarletBrown
    @SkarletBrown 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i'm a fan now, Lorena. =)

    • @Lorenacol
      @Lorenacol  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Skarlet!!

  • @scott-qk8sm
    @scott-qk8sm 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I died a long time ago, this is comforting

  • @Rajaa0374
    @Rajaa0374 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    By pass ur life and make it vector mechanics point to ur self bcz life is once in a lifetime..

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    By pass-say hi and hello and greet and thankful...

  • @madisons2117
    @madisons2117 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wish I could drive the highways one last time.

  • @arihutchison3097
    @arihutchison3097 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this so much, it hit me really. Stupid question, but what kind of camera are you using when there is that little elliptical rectangle on the side? I've seen it before and love it, but I know nothing about cameras. Any info would be appreciated.

  • @cotiaratv3651
    @cotiaratv3651 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💛

  • @junjuncea.6349
    @junjuncea.6349 ปีที่แล้ว

    By pass the center of perfect storm or bigwaves to survive at open sea or ocean in order to survive...

  • @DanielGarcia-ws7cd
    @DanielGarcia-ws7cd ปีที่แล้ว

    Most of Emily Dickinson's poems can be sung to the tune of Gilligan's Island Theme.

  • @MarianMurphy-rz8ej
    @MarianMurphy-rz8ej 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Death has no civility and is indignity itself.

  • @KayMcGrath-s8s
    @KayMcGrath-s8s 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ✨️