https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10 en-us 2019-01-17 06:54:00 UTC 2020-05-30 05:40:44 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591524 Comment closely on the ways in which the poem celebrates creation.
Jennings celebrates nature and how it is created through a sense of awe. In particular, nature needs no "praise" or "ceremony" to do what it does in order to survive. Nevertheless, nature does what Mother Nature intends in an "order[ly]" and "rule[d] way, and Jennings describes it in such awe thats makes the reader's mind become "ajar". Such as the mating season that begins when "the tigress' shadow casts". This also suggests that the dominance of the male tiger is being overpowered as the tigress is now holding what was "creat[ed]" during the mating process. Cadence is also created through the abab rhyming scheme which runs throughout the whole poem which makes the poem more memorable. In addition, the memorable rhythm conveys the message that suggests that we can only adore the miracles of nature.]]> 2019-01-17 09:34:19 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591524 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591613 The poet celebrates creation in the poem " In Praise Of Creation" through the fact that everything is in order and in rule. When the tiger walks by it can "purely assert what they are". This shows that the tiger can easily show its dominance without using any form of intimidation or force. This connotations of tiger are that it is a fierce, powerful animal who usually dominates the food chain. This means that even with one look from a distance towards the tiger you will already know that it is the dominant figure and to fear it. This makes the reader understand that the tiger is the most feared animal and is king of nature. The poem contains an ABAB rhyme scheme. This shows that the poem is ordered in a way that is similar to the ways that the seasons work. It also shows that there are many different cycles that nature goes through and that it is all at a certain time without disruptions. This makes the reader understand that nature can change our lives and our seasons but we cannot change their seasons and their order.

]]> 2019-01-17 09:34:40 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591613 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591626 Jennings is amazed by creation through the simplistic events that happens thought nature.
Jennings presents mother nature as a very methodical and neat aspect of nature to "Testify to order, to rule-" the word "order" connotes the almost strict time regime that nature has, more specifically the animals time to mate, this fascinates Jenning"s because the animals do it instinctively without say. the poet indicates that nature praises itself and there is no need for the use of the word "ceremony" the word ceremony connotes to the celebration of life given to use naturally and how it is so structured without though.]]> 2019-01-17 09:34:41 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591626 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591631 In this poem, Jennings celebrates creation using the pedantic nature of rule and order. The poet uses a ABAB rhyme scheme in this poem. This mirrors the order shown throughout the poem about the natural mating seasons, their cycles and how animals naturally know when to do things without being told too. This is mirrored when the mating "season sinks to satisfied things". The use of sibilance shows the order of life and how everything is perfectly structured to work in harmony. The animals being "satisfied" shows that the mating season has ended and that the cycle has been completed. This shows how animals naturally know when to mate and how nature is independent. ]]> 2019-01-17 09:34:42 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591631 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591691 Comment closely on the ways in which the poem celebrates creation. 

In the poem ‘In Praise of Creation’, Elizabeth Jennings celebrates nature’s creation through identifying the diligent order of nature. This is demonstrated through the ABAB structure that mirrors the cycle of life. ]]> 2019-01-17 09:34:57 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591691 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591762 Elizabeth Jennings celebrates creation throughout her poem 'in praise of creation'. Jennings believes that mating season "sieves earth to its one sure element". here she states that that during this season is when the earth is at its truest. this implies that passion is the building block of life and that creation is a result of that. Jennings is trying to show that even in this ordered cycle there is beauty as it is portrayed as natural (and this poem os about admiring nature). she is attempting to convey that while at surface level the mating season is a 'mechanical' process, that in truth it is still filled with passion. the effect on the audience is to reconsider their views on animals, nature and creation and to open their minds (mirroring the last line of the poem).   ]]> 2019-01-17 09:35:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591762 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591767 The poem simply mirrors the utter amazement and awe that Jennings fell towards nature as a a whole. Jennings presents nature as an orderly and amazing thing. She talks about the perfection of every single creature or ‘creation.’ As she talks about “one bird, one star” she is zooming in on one thing yet every single one of them are pure perfection. This emphasis on the flawlessness  of every thing is acknowledging her amazement and how she is in a state of awe. This shows how she appreciates ]]> 2019-01-17 09:35:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591767 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591793 Elizabeth Jennings celebrates creation in the poem "In praise of creation" through the theme of rule and order. Jennings questions and tries to comprehend "How birds mate at one time". This suggests, that nature knows when to reproduce without anyone telling them, although it's an automatic process it is always intended in the order that it is set. The word "how" suggests, that Jennings is astonished by the way the birds work in harmony to pursue the circle of life through reproduction. Because Jennings mentions "birds" this further develops on the theme of harmony, as "birds" is used in a plural form. However, Jennings previously mentioned "one bird" compared to "birds". This suggests that the birds did not work in harmony previously indicating a change in season, this proves that these birds work in harmony one season per year to reproduce, which reinforces the idea of rule and order. Furthermore, Jennings claims the world is always "turning, turning". The repetition emphasizes the idea of everything constantly changing, but in order. This implies, that nature does not need to be told when to do things, as it has a specific time for everything which is why everything is always changing. The word "season" suggests the continuity of life, because in that stanza the tiger and tigress are reproducing, and therefore forming new life but they reproduce at a certain time which again enforces the idea of rule and order.
 ]]> 2019-01-17 09:35:22 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591793 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591812 Elizabeth Jennings celebrates the creation of nature in the poem 'In Praise of Creation' the order and rule that runs seemingly within nature.
The author repeats "to order, to rule" to mirror the order of the cycle of life. This is also done to symbolise how the world has this specific rhythm with nature (unspoken order and rule which every animal follows in their own way). By doing so, Jennings makes the reader understand that everything in this world is done in an ordered way and no man can change what operates in harmony. This shows the poet's celebration of creation because everything in this world happens without it being told. 
Another use of repetition, "the season sinks [...]", illustrates the moment for when creating is over and complete. This makes the reader understand the completion of the cycle and the wait for creations to be formed has started. This shows Elizabeth Jennings' celebration of creature because all animals know when the season of mating ends, therefore, highlighting the independence of nature.  ]]> 2019-01-17 09:35:25 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591812 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591926 Comment closely on the ways in which the poem celebrates creation.

The poem ‘In Praise of Creation’ celebrates creation by the poet, Elizabeth Jennings’ manner of acknowledging the process of mating through awe and amazement. Following accrediting the individual functioning aspects of nature, Jennings illustrates the fact that natural processes function “Without ceremony testify”.]]> 2019-01-17 09:35:45 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321591926 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592086 In the poem ‘in praise of creation’ the theme of reproduction is explored throughout to show acknowledgment towards nature’s creation.The poet Elizebeth Jennings describes a tiger as being “trapped in the cage of his skin”. The word trapped means to be captured. In this phrase a metaphore is used to compare the tiger to a prison due to the stripes on his body, this also alludes that the tiger’s passion and tension is trapped within him. This creates a tense atmosphere making the reader feel the tension and awe for natures order of doing things.In the concluding line of the poem,Jennings states “man with his mind ajar”.The word ‘ajar’ means to be slightly open. This indicates that the mankind’s mind is blown by the organisation with which nature functions.A metaphore is used again here to indicate that humans can only be in awe of nature’s wonders and ability to create life without human input and in an orderly manner.]]> 2019-01-17 09:36:17 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592086 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592129 in the poem "In Praise of Creation" creations are celebrated for their ]]> 2019-01-17 09:36:27 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592129 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592483 Elizabeth Jennings celebrates creation by admiring the cycle of nature and life. Jennings looks at "How the birds mate at one time only" which questions the nature in amazement and appreciation. It looks at how nature has their instincts to guide them, enabling them to stay in order. "one time only" suggests that nature have a cycle that they follow, and that even though their life keeps on changing they will still stay in order. The repetition of "time" indicates the continuous cycle and harmony of nature. The rhyming scene of the poem itself which is A-B-A-B mirrors the poem's context which is cycle of life and rule and order. ]]> 2019-01-17 09:37:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592483 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592544 The author, Elizabeth Jennings, celebrates creation by praising the structure and order of nature.
The author says how nature needs no “ceremony testify” for all their work to keep the rule and order, emphasized by how she says “one” bird and “one” star.
The word “ceremony” relates to the celebration of an achievement, showing that the poet is amazed at the way nature is so structured yet so underappreciated  by many humans for its order and complexity (this is added by the last line that confirms that mankind will never grasp the idea of how nature functions). She also adds “testify” to illustrate that even though nature seems to carry all of its work out so seemingly, it never requires a “celebration” to celebrate all of its hard work and that every aspect will continue without the need of celebrating; this is contrasted to how humans always need affirmation of what they’re doing and praising to continue doing it, however nature will always have its unspoken rules and will continue like a cycle. Repition of the word “testify” in stanza one and two emphasizes that idea. The order and rule of nature is also emphasized as the poet says “one” bird and “one” star, using repitition again to hone onto the words “one”. This device is used to show how nature has so many individual aspects with their own needs and different cycles of life, yet every single aspect works, coexisting in harmony like a universal order, even with all their differences. This, again, illustrates the idea of nature being this all mighty creation that is filled with awe from its order and unspoken rule that every animal seemingly follows with no end, like a cycle.
The poet shapes the quatrains to represent the tension and climax of reproduction within nature, and the rhyming scheme of each two lines mirroring the pedantic cycle within nature.
The poet shapes the quatrings this way to basically represent the orderly way of mating and emphasize the tension and release that happens between stanza three to five. This, again, exhibits the author’s appreciation and fasination with how nature seems to have mating in one season and how after the mating season, everything turns back to normal with no hesitation, the cycle taking place again next year. The structured rhyming scheme symbolizes the pedantic rules and order of nature, what humans call the circle of life. The rhyming scheme also helps build a structured rhythm throughout the poem, which makes it flow, illustrating the way nature flows and never stops for anything or anyone. Nature will continue with its rules, repeating itself like a cycle, with or without mankind, and this is what the author truly appreciates about nature.


]]> 2019-01-17 09:37:48 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592544 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592921 In the poem 'In Praise of Creation', Elizabeth Jennings marvels over how nature functions through the sense of fascination and awe. In the opening of the poem, the speaker shows a tiger's dominance and how they don't need a "ceremony" to "testify". The word "ceremony" connotes to a celebration, in this case, she (the speaker) is referring to how the tiger does not need a celebration to assert it's dominance, which presents how nature does what it wants to do, whereas we as humans in-return of doing a deed, are rewarded with a praise to have reassurance of our value. Whereas nature does not need anyone's approval and does actions without approval because it's already in their instinct. The speaker is fascinated over how nature is controlled with an organised matter, and how the creatures already know what to do accordingly to their instinct, in spite of the fact that humans first have to develop our brains and have to be told to do something. The poet is subtly comparing the two, humans and nature, this creates a sense of amazement to the readers because of how different we really are and how one is more efficient than the other which in this case, is nature. Throughout the entirety of the poem, Jennings uses an ABAB rhyming scheme. This rhyme creates a cadence which is a rhythmic flow of sequence of sounds, or words which may affect the speed of the readers when reading. The rhyming scheme is symbolic of how nature functions through an organised system, indicating the act of rule and order whilst also reflecting off the cycle of life and how it's going accordingly. The cadence would at first be at a moderate speed, and eventually build up and the reader reads faster, this creates a suspense whilst also building up tension until it has reached climax which then makes the reader feel at tranquility or peace. This makes the reader feel overwhelmed because of nature's obvious dominance and nature's system leaving the reader a sense in awe. It's as if the poet wants to makes us feel inferior to nature, that we are not able to comprehend their systematic approach to life and we humans will never be able to reach their level of order.]]> 2019-01-17 09:38:57 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592921 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592966 Within the poem 'In Praise of Creation', Jennings comments on the wonders of creation. In the second stanza of the poem, the narrator marvels at 'How the birds mate at one time only' and 'How the sky is, for a certain time, full'. The repetition emphasizes the awe that Jennings experiences ]]> 2019-01-17 09:39:09 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321592966 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321601209 2019-01-17 10:05:56 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/321601209 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322492998 In the poem 'In Praise of Creation', the poet, Elizabeth Jennings, presents the celebration of creation through the admiration of the assembeled and naturally occuring, cycle of life. The poet implies that nature exists and praised without the need of a "ceremony". The word "ceremony" associates with celebration and appreciation of a success,   suggesting that there is no need for "ceremony" to build their image, as they are essentially praised for what they are, and their natural presence. This creates a sense to the reader that nature is believed to be dominant and is "purely assert[ed]" to its role in life; suggesting that it is confidently and forcefully reinforced. This furtherly creates a triumphant tone, that appreciates nature. The poet uses repetition of 'testify'to reinforce the idea that nature works together as witnesses to being part of a greater order, implying that everything works in harmony. Nature is presented to follow its "order[s"] and "rule[s]" , repeating the idea that nature is applied through a regime where things are constant and controlled. The repetition of the ideas creates a cadence, which is also created through the abab rhyme scheme throughout the poem, for the reader to be aware about the constructivness and automatic regulations that nature follows. This idea of "order" and "rule" symbolize the awe of nature, through the turally occuring cycle of life.

]]> 2019-01-20 14:47:09 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322492998 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322494404 Comment closely on the ways in which the poem celebrates creation.

The poem ‘In Praise of Creation’ celebrates creation by the poet, Elizabeth Jennings’ manner of acknowledging the process of mating through awe and amazement. Following accrediting the individual functioning aspects of nature, Jennings illustrates the fact that natural processes, much like reproduction, function “Without ceremony testify”. The following indicates that there exist no occurrences in nature where acknowledgement is ever brought into consideration (being a seamless process) and emphasizes the fact that nature is an entity that does not require validation to function, contrasting humans drastically. The noun ‘ceremony’ identifies an event of ritual significance, performed on a special occasion, is most commonly associated with formal, religious celebrations. This introduces an element of divinity to the natural process of mating and places further emphasis on its perfection. In addition, the fact that nature ‘testify[es]’ and serves solemn proof of its self-sustaining existence without any direct form of commemoration from other entities highlights its superiority. Jennings’ intentions from the use of the following line is to conceivably recognize the supremacy that is embedded into all aspects of nature and allow from the readers to marvel and appreciate the manner at which individual components merge ever so seamlessly to fabricate a grand scheme.  Following on, in the second stanza, the poet continues to marvel at “How the birds mate at one time only, How the sky is, for a certain time, full Of birds”. The repetition of ‘how’ in this extract acts as a clear indication of the shock and awe the poet experiences when viewing such natural processes and she questions their existence in amazement. Moreover, the repetition of ‘time’ reflects the continuity and harmony present in the process of creation (mating) and indicates the orderly manner in which nature functions and it cycles. The use of repetition by the poet produces rhythm, much like a cadence, and introduces a melodic tone which further complements the depiction of nature’s harmony. ]]> 2019-01-20 15:00:42 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322494404 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322495220 Jennings celebrates creation by marveling at how nature does what it does without being told to do so. The poet is in awe of "How the birds mate at one time only". This implies that nature does not to be told what to do they'll just do it automatically according to the seasons or instinct. The speaker admires how actions are made by unspoken rules. This creates a sense of astonishment as  us humans are normally told what to do and how to do things in contrast to nature that aren't told to do anything but still do what they need to do such as mating. Nature also doesn't need a "ceremony" to get praised for the things they do. The word "ceremony" is associated with celebrations that nature doesn't need to build an image for themselves. Jennings implies that we can only admire how nature is constantly changing but in an orderly manner by questioning the actions of nature in awe. Throughout the poem the ABAB rhyming schem ]]> 2019-01-20 15:09:02 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322495220 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322500970 The poem reflects on the utter amazement and awe that Jennings feels towards nature as a whole. Jennings as an author is always exploring poems and their themes in search of order and this poem is a great example of that. Her description of the process and harmonical movement of nature can be compared to a machine where every creature is a cog and that they all work in harmony but that is one cog breaks then the whole thing comes tumbling down. This is shown in the circle of life as very single component is important. She also talks about how every single ‘creation’ is perfect as she stresses when she talks about “one bird, one star.” This zooming in on one creation shows how nature is flawless in it’s creations and that none of those things contain any flaw and are perfect in every way. This shows he amazement to nature acknowledges her state of awe. She also talks about how those creatures exist without a “ceremony testify”, this ceremony she speaks of has connotations with celebratory behavior in regards to an accomplishment but these animals need none of that and this praise is used to justify that their mere presence is enough of a ‘ceremony’. In regards to the structure she has cleverly portrayed he message of order and a constant and steady rhythm as shows in the rhyming scheme (ABAB). The scheme as a constant flow to it and every word at the end of the line corresponds to this, this may show a rhythm to the whole process of the circle of life and animalistic reproduction. Speaking of reproduction ]]> 2019-01-20 15:56:35 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322500970 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322505916 In the poem, there were ways were the author celebrates creation. The author states that “man” was “with his mind ajar” from his reaction to the seasons cycle. The device used here is a metaphor. A metaphor is used to show that even though creation/mating is beyond reason it still leaves people with their ‘mind ajar’ – minds open pondering life and questioning why things are the way they are? Just as the speaker does throughout the poem. The poem’s ending, ‘Man with his mind ajar’ indicates that we can only marvel at the wonders of creation; that the world with its seasons and life cycles and ability to create new life, is mind blowing. The author is amazed at “How the birds mate at one time only”. The author marvels at how the birds ‘mate’ without being directed/told. The birds automatically know when mating time is. Therefore, a tone of amazement/awe is shown when the author describes how the birds mate without being directed/told.]]> 2019-01-20 16:39:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322505916 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322514196 In the poem " In Praise of Creation", Elizabeth Jennings celebrates creation by questioning and admiring the circle of life and the order of nature. The poet marvels at " how the birds mate at one time only," without being told or directed as they automatically know when mating has to happen. The use of the word "how" proves the fact that it is almost unbelievable for the poet to comprehend it and it emphasizes the amazement and creates a tone of awe. In addition to that since "how" is repeated once more in this stanza, it creates candence and this rhythmic pattern mirrors the idea of life and order and how everything is constantly controlled. Moreover the Poem's ending "Man with his mind ajar" indicates that us humans can only admire and appreciate the creation infront of us. The ability to create new life is presented as breath taking and creates an appreciated atmosphere throughout the poem. This amazes the audience as the realization of the animals not needing prompting or teaching on when to mate shocks the reader and causes the audience to agree with the poet and be in awe of the beautiful nature and it's processes.

]]> 2019-01-20 19:07:36 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322514196 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322549023 In the poem, “In Praise of Creation”, Jennings celebrates nature by admiring how it’s systematic, well-organised and how everything in nature comes together in peace and harmony. The poet marvels at “How the birds mate at one time only”. Jennings is astonished by how the birds “mate” automatically without being told to do so, according to the season. In contrast humans need to be told what to do moreover thought and feeling is put before actions. “one time only” emphasises on nature’s system and how there are certain timings for specific activities to be done (ordered), which all natural creatures automatically know and do what needs to be done, according to instinct and seasons. The poet admires the unspoken rules which dictate their patterns of behaviour. This creates a tone of amazement and awe. The poets intentions were to emphasise on nature’s process, and how it’s in sync to create a tone of amazement and awe. This makes the reader feel a sense of astonishment as well, by Jenning’s highlights nature’s unspoken rules. Furthermore, the poet uses the abab rhyme scheme running throughout the poem which creates cadence (rhythm). The rhythm mirrors that acts of nature (cycle of life) and how it’s in sync. The rhyming pattern also mirrors the context which demonstrates the idea of rule and order and that everything is constant and controlled. Jennings also uses repetition of “time” to stress/ emphasise on both nature’s order and system. The poets intentions were to highlight nature’s natural sync to make the reader feel that everything is delightfully linked together and a sense of astonishment.]]> 2019-01-21 01:08:18 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322549023 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322564407 Within the poem 'In Praise of Creation', Jennings comments on the wonders of creation. In the second stanza of the poem, the narrator marvels at 'How the birds mate at one time only' and 'How the sky is, for a certain time, full'. The repetition emphasizes the awe that Jennings experiences when looking upon the unique yet structured patterns of creation, making the reader empathise with her. The 'only' stated in the quotation further highlights the uniquity of creations. She is dumbfounded by the concept of a natural 'calendar' that informs creation of whether to procreate, contuinuing the circle of life. This is emphasized when, in the fifth stanza, the tigers are copulating, 'the blood beats beyond reason'. This accentuates that though everything in creation is structured, there are still explanations for feats that humans simply are not aware of, as they marvel upon the astounding ways of creation, further highlighted by the commenting of man's mind being 'ajar'.]]> 2019-01-21 03:54:42 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322564407 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322751796 Comment closely on the ways in which the poem celebrates creation.

In the poem ‘In Praise of Creation’, Elizabeth Jennings celebrates nature’s creation through identifying the diligent order of nature. This is demonstrated through the ABAB structure that is repeated throughout the poem. This mirrors natures cycle of life. Additionally it presents the mating season and how everything in nature happenes through a fluid system. This creates a sense of amazement towards the reader.]]> 2019-01-21 18:27:46 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/322751796 https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/602168902 2020-05-30 05:40:40 UTC https://padlet.com/sdonegan/ipof10/wish/602168902