How is Huswifery an example of conceit?

Answer 1

"Huswifery" is a poem written by Edward Taylor.Edward Taylor uses metaphysical conceit in his poem "Huswifery" to portray each of his spiritual blessings as a part of the whole of himself through the art of weaving.Taylor uses the art of weaving as metaphysical conceit to describe each spiritual part of his self as a tool being spun for God's use. Taylor already feels unworthy of God's grace; he is simply asking to be used of God.In the poem Taylor writes, "Make mee, O Lord, thy Spining Wheele compleat". Here Taylor is using metaphysical conceit to allude that his soul is the Spining Wheel.

Answer 2

Huswifery, a poem by Edward Taylor, is an example of conceit because it uses an extended metaphor comparing spinning and weaving to the spiritual transformation of the speaker. The poem exaggerates this comparison to elevate the speaker's relationship with God, showing the intricate connection between the physical act of spinning and the spiritual process of salvation.