Now that the Day has Ended-An Anaphora

Now I will ask you — why

That the breeze blows blithe

Now that the day has come to an end
Now that sky switches on its starry neon
Now that pubs are absorbing fatigue
Now that the breeze blows blithe

Now that birds have reached home
Now that hope hangs from the fibre window
Now that coffee gets ready in dim light
Now that the regular mattress is a bed of grass

Now that eyes can stare at the indigo vast
Now that Autumn is selling its candles
Now that realism stir with fantasy
Now that logic has no value in the eyes of emotion

Now that we hold hands in a non-threatening way
Now that mind slow doesn’t want to lie
Now that soul’s lips are truth bound

I will ask you — why?!

“It is better to be hated for what you are than to be loved for what you are not.”
― Andre Gide, Autumn Leaves

https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/tag/love

What is Anaphora in poetry:
The word ‘Now’ has been used in this poem to give in an Anaphoric finish.
In poetry, anaphora is a literary device where a word or phrase is repeated at the beginning of successive clauses, sentences, or lines. This repetition is used to create emphasis, rhythm, and a sense of building up to a climax or emotional impact. It’s a common technique in speeches, poetry, and literature. 

Here’s a more detailed breakdown:

• Repetition for Emphasis:Anaphora highlights the repeated words or phrases, drawing attention to them and making them stand out. 
• Rhythm and Flow:The repeating pattern can create a musicality and flow to the writing, making it more engaging and memorable. 
• Emotional Impact:By emphasizing certain words or phrases, anaphora can heighten the emotional tone of the poem or speech. 
• Examples:A famous example is Martin Luther King Jr.’s speech, where the phrase “I have a dream” is repeated at the beginning of several sentences. In poetry, Walt Whitman uses anaphora frequently, such as in his poem “Song of Myself”. 
• Not just in Poetry:While common in poetry, anaphora can also be found in speeches, prose, and even song lyrics. 
• Contrast with Epistrophe:Anaphora is the repetition at the beginning of successive lines, whereas epistrophe is the repetition at the end. 

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