Sri P.G Sunil Kumar, HST English at SMHSS Patharam, shares with us a paraphrase and an appreciation of the poem 'Nothing Twice' in the revised textbook for Standard IX English. EduKsd blog team extend our heartfelt gratitude to Sri Sunil sir for his sincere effort.
- STANDARD IX ENGLISH - UNIT 01: NOTHING TWICE- APPRECIATION
- STANDARD IX ENGLISH - UNIT 01: NOTHING TWICE- Detailed Paraphrase of the poem
APPRECIATION OF THE POEM
"Nothing Twice" by Wisława Szymborska
"Nothing Twice" by Wisława Szymborska is a thought-provoking poem that delves into uniqueness and the irreplaceable nature of life. We cannot redo or practice life—it unfolds only once. Through concise and evocative language, Szymborska challenges readers to reflect on the uncertainty and unpredictability of life,
The poem opens with the striking assertion that "Nothing can ever happen twice." This simple yet profound statement serves as the central theme of the poem, suggesting that every moment and experience is unique and unrepeatable. Szymborska emphasizes the transient nature of time and the
impossibility of recreating past events, urging readers to cherish each moment and seize opportunities before they vanish forever. As the poem unfolds, Szymborska presents the idea that Each moment is irreplaceable, much like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The poem becomes a poignant reminder of the inevitability of regret, declaring that "the hour gone by will not be repeated." This sobering realization underscores the poem's overarching message about the fleeting nature of time . Through her masterful use of language and imagery, Szymborska encourages readers to embrace the present moment and approach life with mindfulness as nothing can ever happen twice.
The poem is rich with vivid imagery and precise language. The rhyme scheme is ABAB. The entire poem revolves around the metaphor "Nothing can ever happen twice" and it is Hyperbolic also. Alliteration is brilliantly used in the line " no two nights" while nights, rose, clock are visual images.
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PG. SUNILKUMAR, HST ENGLISH, SMHSS PATHARAM, KOLLAM
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