Poem A Day

Classic poem

So much of Heaven has gone from Earth

by Emily Dickinson

So much of Heaven has gone from Earth

That there must be a Heaven

If only to enclose the Saints

To Affidavit given.

The Missionary to the Mole

Must prove there is a Sky

Location doubtless he would plead

But what excuse have I?

Too much of Proof affronts Belief

The Turtle will not try

Unless you leave him -- then return

And he has hauled away.

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About this poem

First line
So much of Heaven has gone from Earth
Poet
Emily Dickinson
Themes
nature, death, faith, choice

Poem A Day

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