A Man Said To The Universe: Comments

If one does not consider GOD as the universe, then there is no sense of obligation >

Read this wonderful poem again after a long time. The attitude of the man and the Universe has not changed a bit!

Wonderfully concise poem..witty, yet deeply profound.

what poetic term did Crane use in " A Man Said to the Universe"

Well said. We may feel our importance but Universe is under no obligation to even acknowledge it.

A thought provoking write nicely penned.

Is it the most cynical or the most life-affirming statement ever? Either way, I've spent fifty years with it rattling around in my head.........but it won't go away. Neither should it.

I read this poem decades ago as a college kid seeking meaning in life... I kept a copy in my wallet ever since... It has made all the difference in my life...now, my son keeps a copy in his wallet! it's the best teacher of self sufficiency!

Marvelous. Our existence either by chance or with a purpose is just one way pleasure. One could take it as pleasure for creator or pleasure for one self with no right for an answer.

Very well articulated poem. A man's expectations do not stop at any point of time or stage. Thanks.

Does the universe owe us anything? No one stated it more succinctly and eloquently.

One of my favorite verses! Posted for my Great Grand Sons on their wall! Dorothy Alves Holmes A Poet Who Loves To Sing

One of my favorite verses! Dorothy Alves Holmes A Poet Who Loves To Sing

Stephen I like your uneque style.