I know as my life grows older,
And mine eyes have clearer sight,
That under each rank of wrong, somewhere
There lies the root of right;
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Such wisdom. This poem is very comforting. I think that she is saying, we really have no control of our lives, what ever is going to happen will happen. What ever is -is best. It reminds my of the current saying It is what it is Which, can be quite an annoying little saying, especially when over used in conversation!
I have just discovered this poem in some old papers of my grandmothers In the 2nd paragraph the line stating (I know that the soul is sided) .In the letter that I have this line reads I know that that the soul is aided. I am wondering which is correct Thanking you Edythe
Ella demonstrating life's many choices, simply enchanting poetry by a superb poetess.