Sonnet 51 "Togetherness" by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares

Posthumous work of the Colombian poet born in Don Matias on January 20, 1948.

Welcome to this blog dedicated to the Posthumous work of the Colombian poet Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares born in Don Matias on January 20, 1948-2010. Where I will be publishing each of the 175 sonnets from his unpublished collection 'Sonnets For The Twenty-First Century And A Circadian Musical (1984-1987).' Analyzed with GPT4 artificial intelligence and illustrated with AI tools... I hope you enjoy this garden of words snatched from the solitude of a locked room.

Likewise, any enthusiast of the sonnet form is invited to conduct their personal studies of Arroyave Tabares' work, as it is a collection that, although registered since 1989, has not yet been published.

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Sonnet 51 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares

Togetherness


Dew drops, fascination and happiness
Smoother our earth with their welcome rain
And summon its soul to erase the pain
And account instead for togetherness.

The pounding sea is still in its depthness
While its mirrors space and the stars contain
And the moon ebbs and flows through its domain
Surmising a most cohesive oneness.

In time we lack good nature and best friends
Soul partners, brotherhood or whatever
To share either good times or a nightmare. 
Or we start to follow the ocean's trends
To find more roots ur our dreams remember
Endeavoring what lone we would not dare.
                    ***
2-. earth= poetic word that means body.

Analysis "Togetherness"

Introduction

Sonnet 51 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares, titled "Togetherness," is a reflection on unity, companionship, and the interconnectedness of nature and human relationships. The sonnet follows the structure and themes of a Petrarchan sonnet.

Thematic Analysis

Octave (ABBA ABBA):

The octave in Sonnet 51 presents the theme of unity and togetherness through natural imagery. The first quatrain introduces the image of dew drops, which symbolize fascination and happiness. These dew drops are described as smoothing the earth (body) with their welcome rain, erasing pain, and summoning the soul. This sets the stage for the idea of togetherness as a healing force.

The second quatrain introduces the image of the pounding sea, which is described as still in its depthness. It mirrors space and contains the stars, while the moon ebbs and flows through its domain. This imagery suggests a cohesive oneness, emphasizing the interconnectedness of nature and the universe.

Volta:
The volta, or turn, occurs after the octave. In Sonnet 51, the volta marks a shift in focus from nature to human relationships. The speaker laments the lack of good nature, best friends, soul partners, and brotherhood. This highlights the absence of meaningful connections and the need for companionship.

Sestet (CDE CDE):

The sestet continues the exploration of human relationships. It emphasizes the importance of sharing both good times and nightmares with others. The speaker suggests that following the ocean's trends, symbolizing the pursuit of deeper connections, can help find more roots and remember dreams. By endeavoring together, people can overcome their individual limitations and dare to do things they wouldn't do alone.

Sonnet 51 follows the thematic structure an octave presenting a problem or idea, followed by a volta, and a sestet providing a resolution or further exploration. This analysis demonstrates how the poem's content aligns with the Petrarchan sonnet structure, despite its unique rhyme scheme.

Rhyme Scheme

The rhyme scheme of Sonnet 51 is as follows:

ABBA ABBA CDE CDE

The sonnet follows the Petrarchan rhyme scheme. The octave (the first eight lines) has a rhyme scheme of ABBA ABBA, which is a typical Petrarchan pattern. This rhyme scheme creates a sense of symmetry and balance within the octave.

The sestet (the final six lines) has a rhyme scheme of CDE CDE. This is a variation from the traditional Petrarchan sestet rhyme scheme, which is typically CDC DCD. The variation in Sonnet 51 adds a unique touch to the poem's structure.

The rhyme scheme of the sonnet contributes to its overall musicality and rhythm. The repetition of sounds in the rhyme scheme helps to create a sense of cohesion and unity within the poem. The use of alternating rhymes in the octave and the sestet also adds to the overall balance and structure of the sonnet.

Additional Aspects to Analyze

Let's analyze some aspects of Sonnet 51 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares that have yet to be discussed:

Figurative Language: Sonnet 51 employs various forms of figurative language to enhance its meaning. For example, the poem uses metaphor when it compares dew drops to fascination and happiness, and when it likens the earth to a soul that can erase pain. These metaphors help to convey the transformative power of togetherness.

Contrasting Imagery: The poem juxtaposes contrasting images to emphasize its themes. It contrasts the pounding sea with its still depthness, highlighting the idea of finding calmness within chaos. The contrast between the moon's ebb and flow and the sea's stillness further emphasizes the concept of unity and oneness.

Emotional Tone: The emotional tone of Sonnet 51 is contemplative and introspective. The speaker reflects on the lack of good nature, best friends, and soul partners, expressing a sense of longing and yearning for deeper connections. This tone evokes a sense of melancholy and highlights the importance of companionship.

Repetition: The poem utilizes repetition to reinforce its central ideas. The phrase "togetherness" is repeated in the first and last lines, emphasizing its significance. This repetition serves to unify the poem and underscore its theme of unity.

Enjambment: Sonnet 51 employs enjambment, where a sentence or phrase continues from one line to the next without a pause. This technique creates a sense of fluidity and momentum, allowing ideas to flow seamlessly from one line to the next.

Overall Structure: While we have discussed the rhyme scheme, it's worth noting that the sonnet's overall structure adheres to the traditional 14-line format. This structure provides a framework for the exploration of the poem's themes and allows for a concise and focused expression of ideas.

By analyzing these additional aspects of Sonnet 51, we gain a deeper understanding of the poem's use of figurative language, contrasting imagery, emotional tone, repetition, enjambment, and overall structure. These elements contribute to the poem's overall impact and help convey its message of the importance of togetherness.

(GPT4)

Count the syllables of each line of the Sonnet

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Togetherness


10 Dew drops, fascination and happiness
9   Smoother our earth with their welcome rain
10 And summon its soul to erase the pain
10 And account instead for togetherness.

10 The pounding sea is still in its depthness
10 While its mirrors space and the stars contain
10 And the moon ebbs and flows through its domain
10 Surmising a most cohesive oneness.

10 In time we lack good nature and best friends
10 Soul partners, brotherhood or whatever
10 To share either good times or a nightmare. 
10 Or we start to follow the ocean's trends
10 To find more roots ur our dreams remember
9   Endeavoring what lone we would not dare.
                       ***

Sonnets For The Twenty-First Century And A Circadian Musical Written By Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares (1984-1987)

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Analyzed by GPT4 and www.howmanysyllables.com; Image leonardo.ai;
First published on Nostr Protocol by [email protected]