The Provenance of Purpose: A Sonnet of Self-Discovery
In search of purpose's core, one must delve deep,
To uncover motivation's hidden root,
And choose that path which with one's talents leap,
And aligns with passion, need, and human pursuit.
The quest for meaning oft obscured, yet clear,
In the depths of self, lies the reason why,
To rise each morn with purpose, void of fear,
And strive towards a destiny on high.
Thus, let us not be swayed by superficial ties,
But delve into the depths of self and soul,
And find that which with purpose truly lies,
And in that path, true significance will unfold.
And so, in quest for purpose's grand design,
We'll find the quintessence of life, divine.
About this poem
This sonnet, written in complex and rich language, explores the idea of finding one's purpose in life. The speaker encourages the reader to "delve deep" in order to uncover their motivation and to choose a path that aligns with their passions, talents, and the needs of humanity. The quest for meaning may be obscured, but the speaker believes that by delving into the depths of self and soul, one can find true significance. The speaker concludes by saying that the pursuit of purpose's grand design will lead to the quintessence of life, which is divine. more »
Written on April 08, 2011
Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on January 17, 2023
Modified on April 26, 2023
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| Scheme | ABAB CDCD EXEX FF |
|---|---|
| Closest metre | Iambic pentameter |
| Characters | 642 |
| Words | 129 |
| Stanzas | 4 |
| Stanza Lengths | 4, 4, 4, 2 |
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