Fear no more

The theme of the first stanza is

acceptance and consolation in the Fear no more the frown o’ the great;
face of death. The poet encourages Thou art past the tyrant’s stroke;
the listener to not fear death, as it is Care no more to clothe and eat;
a natural part of the cycle of life. The To thee the reed is as the oak:
main theme is that death is a The scepter, learning, physic, must
universal experience that should be All follow this, and come to dust.
embraced rather than feared.
Fear no more the lightning flash, This stanza reflects on the
Nor the all-dreaded thunder stone; impermanence of earthly pleasures
Fear not slander, censure rash; and possessions, suggesting that
Thou hast finished joy and moan: material wealth and status are
All lovers young, all lovers must ultimately insignificant. Death is a
Consign to thee, and come to dust. state of tranquility and freedom from
the struggles and sufferings of life.

This stanza emphasizes the No exorciser harm thee!

commonality of death and the
unity of humanity in mortality. It
conveys a sense of equality and
solidarity among all individuals,
suggesting that death is a unifying
force that connects all people in
the shared experience of mortality.
Nor no witchcraft charm thee!
Ghost unlaid forbear thee!
Nothing ill come near thee!
Quiet consummation have;
And renowned be thy grave!

By: Wareesha Hanan 8-B