Sonnet 62 "Voyage To The infinite" by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares

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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 Where I will be publishing each of the 175 sonnets from his unpublished collection 'Sonnets For The Twenty First Century And A Circadian Musical (1984-1987).'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.

Frank Duna


Sonnet 62 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares



Voyage To The infinite


On a clear day I heard the salling bells
Calling me toward a beautiful main                 2
That echoes in mind's bottomless wells
And in which all my soul's hopes remain.

The ideas then came up to my head
As if we were already here to stay
And after dead we were not to be dead
With more joys and pain in other way...

With thoughts of being perhaps new creatures 
In wonder I was able to converse
And mix with more people of all natures
To share messages of the universe.

From then on I have looked at my future
Rapt by the vastness of my adventure,
                              ***
2-. main= ocean.



Analysis "Voyage To The infinite"

Introduction

Sonnet 62 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares, titled "Voyage To The Infinite," is a contemplative and introspective poem that explores the themes of life, death, rebirth, and the vastness of the universe.

Thematic Analysis

The sonnet begins with the speaker hearing "sailing bells" on a clear day, which symbolize a call to embark on a journey. This journey is not just physical, but also spiritual and intellectual, as it leads the speaker towards a "beautiful main" or ocean. This ocean is a metaphor for the infinite, the unknown, and the depths of the speaker's mind and soul.

In the second quatrain, the speaker contemplates the idea of life after death, suggesting that death is not the end but a transition to a different state of existence. This is a reflection on mortality and the possibility of an afterlife, which brings both joy and pain.

The third quatrain introduces the idea of transformation and rebirth, with the speaker imagining becoming "new creatures." This could be interpreted as a metaphor for personal growth and evolution. The speaker also expresses a desire to connect with diverse people and share universal truths, indicating a sense of unity and shared humanity.

The final couplet concludes the sonnet with the speaker looking towards the future, captivated by the vastness of their journey. This suggests a sense of awe and wonder at the infinite possibilities that lie ahead.

Overall, the sonnet uses vivid imagery and metaphors to explore profound existential questions. It encourages the reader to reflect on their own life journey, the mysteries of the universe, and the potential for personal transformation.

Rhyme Scheme

Sonnet 62 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares does not strictly adhere to the traditional English or Italian sonnet rhyme schemes. However, it does maintain a consistent rhyme scheme throughout its 14 lines.

1.  On a clear day I heard the salling bells (A)
2.  Calling me toward a beautiful main (B)                       
3.  That echoes in mind's bottomless wells (A)
4.  And in which all my soul's hopes remain. (B)

5.  The ideas then came up to my head (C)
6.  As if we were already here to stay (D)
7.  And after dead we were not to be dead (C)
8.  With more joys and pain in other way... (D)

9.  With thoughts of being perhaps new creatures (E)
10. In wonder I was able to converse (F)
11. And mix with more people of all natures (E)
12. To share messages of the universe. (F)

13. From then on I have looked at my future (G)
14. Rapt by the vastness of my adventure, (G)

This rhyme scheme gives the sonnet a rhythmic flow and helps to connect the ideas and themes explored in each quatrain and the final couplet.

Additional Aspects to Analyze

While we have analyzed the themes, metaphors, and rhyme scheme of Sonnet 62 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares, there are still several aspects that can be further explored, including its structure, meter, and use of language.

Structure: The sonnet follows the structure of three quatrains and a concluding couplet, which is typical of the Shakespearean sonnet form. Each quatrain presents a different aspect or stage of the speaker's journey, while the couplet provides a summarizing and reflective conclusion.

Meter: The sonnet does not strictly adhere to the iambic pentameter that is common in traditional sonnets. However, there is a rhythmic quality to the lines, which contributes to the overall flow and musicality of the poem.

Language: The sonnet uses rich and evocative language to convey its themes. Words and phrases such as "sailing bells," "beautiful main," "bottomless wells," and "vastness of my adventure" create vivid imagery and evoke a sense of wonder and exploration. The language is also deeply introspective, reflecting the speaker's inner thoughts and emotions.

Tone: The tone of the sonnet is contemplative and introspective, with a sense of awe and wonder towards the infinite and the unknown. This is conveyed through the speaker's reflections on life, death, rebirth, and the universe.

Imagery: The sonnet uses powerful imagery to convey its themes. The "sailing bells," "beautiful main," and "bottomless wells" are all metaphors that evoke the vastness and mystery of the universe and the speaker's inner journey.

Alliteration and Assonance: The sonnet also uses alliteration and assonance to enhance its musicality. For example, in the line "And mix with more people of all natures," the repetition of the 'm' sound is an example of alliteration, while the repetition of the 'o' sound in "more" and "of" is an example of assonance.

(GPT4)

Count the syllables of each line of the Sonnet

(www.howmanysyllables.com)



Voyage To The infinite


10 On a clear day I heard the salling bells
10 Calling me toward a beautiful main                       
9  That echoes in mind's bottomless wells
9  And in which all my soul's hopes remain.

10 The ideas then came up to my head
10 As if we were already here to stay
10 And after dead we were not to be dead
9  With more joys and pain in other way...

10 With thoughts of being perhaps new creatures 
10 In wonder I was able to converse
10 And mix with more people of all natures
10 To share messages of the universe.

10 From then on I have looked at my future
10 Rapt by the vastness of my adventure,
                              ***

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

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