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The Cry<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The hymn, \u201cMy Savior,\u201d (also known as \u201cI Am Not Skilled to Understand) was written by Dora Greenwell, an English poet who lived from 1821-1882. The lyrics were set to music by William J. Kirkpatrick, a more well-known name among hymn writers and composers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This piece of poetry is a beautiful testimony of simple faith in Jesus. As the hymn progresses, the author reflects on many different subjects, but one thing remains the same\u2014Christ\u2019s steadfast standing as our Savior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Greenwell used a familiar rhyme scheme known as A-A-A-B. This means that the first three lines of each stanza will rhyme (and typically have the same meter), while the last line stands alone. The A-A-A-B rhyme scheme is often used to emphasize a particular phrase, with the rhythm and meter of the first three lines determining how exactly the last line is emphasized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, the first three lines in \u201cMy Savior\u201d are used to express a narrative\u2014almost like a short story. These \u201cstories\u201d differ from stanza to stanza, but the last line of each stanza always circles back to an expression of trust and admiration for Jesus Christ. This use of the A-A-A-B rhyme scheme allows the poem to flow along gently but firmly, matching the style of the words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, when put to the right rhythm and meter, an A-A-A-B rhyme scheme can have a totally different effect. In my poem, \u201cThe Cry,\u201d the first three phrases of each stanza are just long enough to give the reader a feeling of breathlessness and dread. The final lines of the stanzas are then declarations of unchanging reality. If you want to read the poem for yourself, click the button below to download it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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