# To Emilie Bigelow Hapgood—Philanthropist explained — Poetry

> Chapter companion for Poetry by Georgia Douglas Johnson.

## What happens

The poem praises Emilie Bigelow Hapgood for her steadfast belief and philanthropic work, which brings hope and comfort to those who suffer and grieve.

## Themes in this chapter

### Hope and Vision for the Future

The poem emphasizes how the philanthropist's hands lift a token to Hope, sustaining faith amid suffering.

### Suffering and Resilience

The poem describes the 'sore anguishing' and 'sore grieving' of the frail brotherhood, balanced by the philanthropist's unbroken faith.

## Character check-ins

### Unknown

The speaker who addresses and praises the philanthropist.

### Hope

Referenced as a token lifted by the philanthropist's hands.

## Key lines

> Far from the seried ranks you sway, Firm in your own believing

You stand apart from the ordered masses, steadfast in your personal convictions.

_Highlights the philanthropist's independent and resolute faith._

> Such hands as yours, adown the years Enchain a faith unbroken, They stay the dreary waste of tears, And lift to Hope a token!

Your hands, over the years, hold an unbroken faith, stop the endless flow of tears, and offer a sign of hope.

_Emphasizes the enduring and hopeful impact of the philanthropist's actions._

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