The Rain (Text & Explanation)

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The Rain

By William Davies

(Text & Explanation)

Reference

These lines have been taken from the poem "The Rain" written by "William Davies".

Context:

In this poem, the poet beautifully describes the falling of rain. It falls on the upper leaves and they share it to lower leaves. Symbolically, the poet wants to say that the rich enjoying the pleasures of life should share these comforts to the downtrodden class. Nature blesses everyone without any discrimination, that's why Nature is so beautiful, bright and lovely.

STANZA NO. 1

I hear leaves drinking rain;

I hear rich leaves on top

Giving the poor beneath

Drop after drop;

'Tis a sweet noise to hear

These green leaves drinking near,

Explanation:

In these lines, the poet describes the beautiful scene of rainfall with a pictorial quality. The poet enjoys the musical sound of rainfall. The poet calls the upper leaves as "rich" leaves because the rain directly falls on them, similarly, he calls the lower leaves as "poor" leaves. The upper leaves share their water with lower leaves. However, the poet enjoys this scene and it captivates his heart and soul. Symbolically, the poet wants to say that the rich, enjoying the blessings of life, should share these comforts with the poor people.

STANZA NO. 2

And when the sun comes out,

After this Rain shall stop,

A wondrous light will fill

Each dark, round drop;

I hope the Sun shines bright;

It will be a lovely sight.

Explanation

In these lines, the poet describes the sunlight as another lovely scene of nature. He believes that after the rain, the sunlight brightens every dark drop without discrimination. It seems to be a lovely sight. The poet's approach towards nature is optimistic. He seems to be a true lover of nature. He gives the message of love, equality and brotherhood.