You’re right — “the way is narrow”

You’re right — “the way is narrow” —
And “difficult the Gate” —
And “few there be” — Correct again —
That “enter in — thereat” —

‘Tis Costly — So are purples!
‘Tis just the price of Breath —
With but the “Discount” of the Grave —
Termed by the Brokers — “Death”!

And after that — there’s Heaven —
The Good Man’s — “Dividend” —
And Bad Men — “go to Jail” —
I guess —

Analysis, meaning and summary of Emily Dickinson's poem You’re right — “the way is narrow”

1 Comment

  1. frumpo says:

    I agree with Jesus doctrine that His way is difficult and that there is Death to go through and a Hell for some–but I do not have to like it.

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