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A poem celebrating the harvest season, the hard work of farmers and gratitude for the bounty of the fields. A 'hymn' is a song of praise.
Summary
The poem sings the joy of the harvest, when crops ripen golden in the fields after months of toil. It praises the farmers who plough, sow and reap, and gives thanks to nature, the sun and the rain that make the grain grow. The harvest brings food, plenty and happiness to the village, and people celebrate with gratitude. Through musical, song-like lines, the poem expresses thankfulness for the earth's gifts and respect for those who labour to feed us all.
Theme / message
The harvest is a time of joy and thankfulness. We must respect farmers' hard work and be grateful to nature for its bounty.
Important questions
- Why is the poem called a 'hymn'?
- How does the poet describe the harvest season?
- What feelings of gratitude does the poem express?
Key words
harvest - gathering of ripe crops; hymn - a song of praise; bounty - plentiful gifts; reap - to cut and gather crops; gratitude - thankfulness.
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