Analyzing Psalm of Life by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

"Psalm of Life" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is an inspirational poem of contrasts about living in the present moment vs. the past. But the Psalm of Life poem is more than another "carpe diem" text when you consider the allusions to Epicureanism and the reason behind Longfellow's call to action.
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[@sripadaraomanjunath2945]

Wonderfully explained. Thanks🙏

[@leelagautam3225]

My favourite poem too.Thank you.

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You're welcome! Thank you for watching.

[@davidoutten8429]

This was beautiful. Thank you. It inspired be to write some poetry as well.

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I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@lorenzonstreroys]

love the poem but not sure how it helps me after im dead to leave footprints on the sands of time

[@lindaalbarracin901]

Hi.ms. Lindsay i love your analysis...but you spoke rather fast...i would have relish your anslysis much better if explained slowly..
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I do tend to talk fast when excited about a topic. I'll keep that in mind, but in the meantime, feel free to use the settings to slow me down. :)

[@supersmart671]

Dualistic thinking Soul more important than body is unchristian...present gets its meaning from the hope future.