The Elusive Mastery: A Sonnet of Tribulations and Triumph
In existence, there are occurrences that elude our mastery,
And tribulations that defy our capability for triumph,
It is imperative to acknowledge and avow,
That these are matters that exceed our dominion.
And though it may be arduous to relinquish them,
It is essential to relinquish and progress,
For clinging will only exacerbate the problem,
And confine us to that which has transpired.
Therefore, let us not vainly attempt to command,
But concentrate on the affairs within our purview,
For in the ultimate analysis, it is the sagacious objective,
And will culminate in a life that is not aberrant.
And thus, in this, the course is lucid and authentic,
To relinquish and reform, to commence anew.
About this poem
The sonnet above explores the theme of accepting that there are certain events and struggles in life that we cannot control or overcome. The speaker encourages the reader to acknowledge and accept these limitations, and instead to focus on the things that we can change in order to progress and lead a fulfilling life. The language used in the sonnet is complex, with words such as "elude," "tribulations," "defy," "imperative," "acknowledge," and "avow" adding depth and nuance to the message. Additionally, the sonnet adheres to the traditional rhyme scheme of a Shakespearean sonnet. Overall, the sonnet is a thought-provoking reflection on the importance of acceptance and the ability to let go. more »
Written on November 10, 2014
Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on January 17, 2023
Modified on March 05, 2023
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| Scheme | XXXX XXXX XAXX XA |
|---|---|
| Closest metre | Iambic heptameter |
| Characters | 703 |
| Words | 132 |
| Stanzas | 4 |
| Stanza Lengths | 4, 4, 4, 2 |
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