Introduction
The poetic masterpiece, “The Journey of the Magi,” by T.S. Elliot depicts the original Christmas story. Written at the time T.S. Elliot became a devout Christian, it is apparent throughout the context of the poem that Elliot has a firm grasp of the spiritualism as well as the humanity associated with accepting salvation. The poem is a classic written through the eyes of both a convert and a narrative that longs to see the face of the Christ child. In “The Journey of the Magi,” T.S. Elliot fully accepts and embraces the aspects of life and death that go hand-in-hand with true salvation bundled within three captivating stanzas.
Stanza One
The poem begins in an odd-ball writing style. It immediately catches the reader’s attention …show more content…
They hungered for fresh food and water. It is in symbolism that Christ is the bread and water for his people. Elliot becomes euphoric in his writing and calls attention to three trees. It is likely more of his genius approach to the scriptures and he is referring to the Crucifiction and the convicted men that joined him in his final moments. While Elliot begins with the Crucifiction he redirects the reader’s attention to the apocalyptic times where in the white horse appears. It is obvious that it is not yet time for the horse to ride in war. It is in that moment, the horse is a figurehead of peace and gallops away. Suddenly, it is as if someone snaps Elliot’s attention back to stanza and he begins writing as the narrative. The Magi come upon a nasty bar scene in their journey with men gambling and drunk on wine. The important piece to recognize is that there are vine leaves over the lintel. The word “lintel” is found in the Passover story and points to the first born. During Passover, if blood was smeared upon the lintel or the door frame, then death would pass by. The poem continues in symbolism and mentions pieces of silver. Another Biblical analogy is used by Elliot to portray Judas’ betrayal of Jesus for the 30 pieces of silver. The Magi asks for directions or information regarding the birth of Jesus and not surpisingly the …show more content…
Elliot fully accepts and embraces the aspects of life and death that go hand-in-hand with true salvation bundled within three captivating stanzas. The poem is a literary masterpiece written through the eyes of both a convert and a narrative that longs to see the face of the Christ child. He skillfully integrates his own spiritual knowledge with that of empathetic artistry. Elliot creates a truly inspiring Christmas story that should not only be a classic, but read within homes
The poetic masterpiece, “The Journey of the Magi,” by T.S. Elliot depicts the original Christmas story. Written at the time T.S. Elliot became a devout Christian, it is apparent throughout the context of the poem that Elliot has a firm grasp of the spiritualism as well as the humanity associated with accepting salvation. The poem is a classic written through the eyes of both a convert and a narrative that longs to see the face of the Christ child. In “The Journey of the Magi,” T.S. Elliot fully accepts and embraces the aspects of life and death that go hand-in-hand with true salvation bundled within three captivating stanzas.
Stanza One
The poem begins in an odd-ball writing style. It immediately catches the reader’s attention …show more content…
They hungered for fresh food and water. It is in symbolism that Christ is the bread and water for his people. Elliot becomes euphoric in his writing and calls attention to three trees. It is likely more of his genius approach to the scriptures and he is referring to the Crucifiction and the convicted men that joined him in his final moments. While Elliot begins with the Crucifiction he redirects the reader’s attention to the apocalyptic times where in the white horse appears. It is obvious that it is not yet time for the horse to ride in war. It is in that moment, the horse is a figurehead of peace and gallops away. Suddenly, it is as if someone snaps Elliot’s attention back to stanza and he begins writing as the narrative. The Magi come upon a nasty bar scene in their journey with men gambling and drunk on wine. The important piece to recognize is that there are vine leaves over the lintel. The word “lintel” is found in the Passover story and points to the first born. During Passover, if blood was smeared upon the lintel or the door frame, then death would pass by. The poem continues in symbolism and mentions pieces of silver. Another Biblical analogy is used by Elliot to portray Judas’ betrayal of Jesus for the 30 pieces of silver. The Magi asks for directions or information regarding the birth of Jesus and not surpisingly the …show more content…
Elliot fully accepts and embraces the aspects of life and death that go hand-in-hand with true salvation bundled within three captivating stanzas. The poem is a literary masterpiece written through the eyes of both a convert and a narrative that longs to see the face of the Christ child. He skillfully integrates his own spiritual knowledge with that of empathetic artistry. Elliot creates a truly inspiring Christmas story that should not only be a classic, but read within homes