The Quiet Heart

By Violet Jacob

Lyric Poem
O, the quiet hert is a lichtsome thing, It smiles at care and wae, An' it sings a sang that the warld canna ding, As it daurna sing itsel'. The quiet hert it gaes its lane, Nor fashes wi' warld's gear, It kens the joy o' the sun an' the rain, An' it sings wi'oot a tear. For the quiet hert it bides its lane, Wi' a lichtsome sang on the lea, An' it finds its hame in the thochts o' hame, Wi' the sun gaun doon the sea.
Written: 1925-02-10

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Date Written: 1925-02-10
Language: Scots
Keywords: Heart, Peace, Joy, Scotland, Solitude
Source: Collected Poems of Violet Jacob
Rights/Permissions: Public Domain
Analysis & Notes:
A poem about the contentment and joy found in a quiet heart, at peace with the world and nature.

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Lyric poetry is a powerful and intimate form of expression, characterized by its focus on the personal emotions and thoughts of the poet. Often musical in nature, lyric poems resonate with readers through their vivid language and rhythmic flow, capturing moments of intense feeling.

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  • Expressive Language: Lyric poems use rich and evocative language to convey deep emotions, often painting a vivid picture of the poet's inner world.
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  • Musicality: Lyric poems often feature a rhythmic structure, with meter and rhyme that give them a song-like quality, enhancing the emotional impact.

From ancient odes to contemporary free verse, lyric poetry remains a beloved and enduring form, celebrated for its ability to articulate the nuances of human emotion in a way that resonates deeply with readers.