Emily Dickinson

Given in Marriage Unto Thee

poem 817

Given in Marriage Unto Thee - meaning Summary

Spiritual Marriage and Eternity

The poem presents a devotional pledge: the speaker is given in marriage to a divine triune presence, addressing Father, Son, and Holy Ghost as the true betrothed. Earthly bonds and human will are transient, but the speaker insists that the sacred ring — a symbol of covenant held by God — secures an immortal union that transcends decay and conquers mortality. It frames spiritual union as permanent and salvific.

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Given in Marriage unto Thee Oh thou Celestial Host Bride of the Father and the Son Bride of the Holy Ghost. Other Betrothal shall dissolve Wedlock of Will, decay Only the Keeper of this Ring Conquer Mortality

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