The Fortitude Within: A Sonnet of Resilience



Fortitude, a tree that grows within,
A sturdy guide to lead the mortal soul;
For in this wooded realm of toil and spin,
It is the root that makes us strong and whole.

For what is fortitude but a true guide,
A sheltering wood to keep us from the storm?
For in the face of life's tumultuous tide,
We all must weather, and all must transform.

For in this path of hardship and of pain,
There is a clearing, a serene retreat;
Solace in the rustle of leaves in refrain,
Peace in the stillness of the forest's beat.

For all is fleeting, all is but a quest,
And in the end, we find our peace and rest.

About this poem

The sonnet above is a powerful and poetic tribute to the virtue of fortitude. The author uses complex vocabulary such as "scion," "resolute," "mettle," "virtue," "bulwark," "tempestuous," "tumultuous," and "transient" to convey the idea that fortitude is an essential part of the human spirit and a guide to navigate the tumultuous journey of life. The rhyme scheme is consistent and adds to the overall structure and flow of the poem. The imagery of "steer the mortal frame" and "a sanctuary, a bastion of refuge" further emphasizes the theme of fortitude being a guide and a safe haven in hard times. The last line "And in the end, we ascend and turn the page" gives a sense of hope and progress. Overall, the sonnet is a great tribute to the importance of fortitude in our lives. 

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Written on January 14, 2023

Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on January 13, 2023

Modified on March 05, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme ABAB CDCD EFEF GG
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 596
Words 133
Stanzas 4
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4, 2

Mawphniang Napoleon

Mawphniang is a person who is always striving to live life to the fullest. He is someone who is always open to new ideas and ways of living and is unafraid to take risks in order to explore the unknown. He is passionate about life and is always looking for ways to make use of his time and energy. He has an inquisitive nature, and is always looking for answers to life's mysteries and questions. Though Mawphniang does not pretend to have all the answers, he is determined to taste life and live a simple life, without overcomplicating things. He's a person who appreciates the small moments and cherishes the little things in life. He enjoys spending time in nature, exploring the world, and connecting with people. He is a person who is always up for a new adventure and never stops learning. He is on a daily journey of self-discovery, trying to make sense of the world and his place in it. more…

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