Critics Appreciation of The Ecstasy by John Donne: Introduction, Summary, Theme and Conclusion -- englit.in
Q: Critically discuss with reference the poem, “ The Ecstasy ” by John Donne . A spiritual poem, " The Ecstasy " was written by metaphysical poet, John Donne . It was first published in 1635 . Donne's poem has been interpreted in most opposite senses and pseudo-logic significances . In this course, it shows highest spirituality expressive either of Platonic or Christian love . A French poet , Merrit Hughes expresses, " The Extasie is so difficult a poem that we ought, perhaps, to welcome all critical disagreement about it and to be wary of any attempt to establish an orthodox interpretation ." It consists of 19 stanzas, and the rhyme scheme sets as ABAB . In this passionate dramatic monologue, the speaker tries to convince his beloved to transcend physical love and achieve a spiritual union of souls. He argues that true lovers share one unified soul, while their bodies are mere outward forms. Their intellectual and emotional connection allows them to