If I can stop one Heart from breaking by Emily Dickinson
Channel: Poemotopia
Date: 09/03/2023

"If I can stop one Heart from breaking" is a short and straightforward poem written by one of the most remarkable American poets ever, Emily Dickinson. This poem does not sound incredible only for the "Dickinson" tag. It has such a philosophical and spiritual depth that goes beyond the apparent utilitarian meaning of helping others.

This poem raises a probing question: "How much could be done to alleviate the suffering of humankind?" When Siddhartha was struck by the same question, he transformed into Buddha. So, does Dickinson propose asceticism as a solution? Does she really want to go beyond her mortal limitations and "ease" the unending "Aching" of humankind?

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