The King of Sweden
The King of Sweden - meaning Summary
Virtue Honored Beyond Consequence
The poem praises a Swedish king whose steadfast commitment to truth and duty makes him an exemplar. Song from distant lands celebrates his choice to act with dignity, regardless of outcomes. By doing what ought to be done, he transcends consequences and initiates a legacy of fortitude, piety, and love. His actions win the approval of illustrious ancestors and the blessing of heroes, confirming his rightful stature.
Read Complete AnalysesTHE Voice of song from distant lands shall call To that great King; shall hail the crowned Youth Who, taking counsel of unbending Truth, By one example hath set forth to all How they with dignity may stand; or fall, If fall they must. Now, whither doth it tend? And what to him and his shall be the end? That thought is one which neither can appal Nor cheer him; for the illustrious Swede hath done The thing which ought to be; is raised 'above' All consequences: work he hath begun Of fortitude, and piety, and love, Which all his glorious ancestors approve: The heroes bless him, him their rightful son.
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