In the poem "Death, Be Not Proud (Holy Sonnet 10)," the speaker addresses death directly. While death is typically perceived as "mighty and dreadful," the speaker articulates that this is not the case at all. For the lines that state: "For those whom thou think'st thou dost overthrow; die not, poor death, not yet canst thou kill me, " death is personified as a ruler that takes control and manipulates the minds of its people. However; for those with a diverse way of thinking, this "ruler" is unable to control and manipulate these people. This way of thinking incorporates elements of the Christian faith. As a result, these people (ie. Christians) envision death to be a passage towards heaven. Since heaven is for eternity, the speaker is unable
