To a Gentleman and Lady on the Death of the Lady's Brother and Sister by Phillis Wheatley
On Death's domain intent I fix my eyes, Where human nature in vast ruin lies, With pensive mind I search the drear abode, Where the great conqu'ror has his spoils bestow'd; There there the offspring of six thousand years In endless numbers to my view appears: Whole kingdoms in his gloomy den are thrust, And nations mix with their primeval dust: Insatiate still he gluts the ample tomb; His is the present, his the age to come See here a brother, here a sister spread, And a sweet daughter mingled with the dead.
AI analysis available. Enable JavaScript to interact.
About this line
"On Death's domain intent I fix my eyes,..."
"To a Gentleman and Lady on the Death of the Lady's Brother and Sister" by Phillis Wheatley is a sad and love and deep and nature and inspirational english poem consisting of 36 lines. This English poem by Phillis Wheatley demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "On Death's domain intent I fix my eyes, Where human nature in vast ruin lies,...", this piece explores themes of sad and love and deep and nature and inspirational through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Phillis Wheatley's celebrated body of poetry continues to inspire readers across generations and cultures, and this particular work stands as a powerful example of their artistic vision.