What do the first stanza mean in the poem if by Rudyard Kipling?

Answer 1

The poem "If" by Rudyard Kipling details how to be a man in the eyes of the narrator. The first stanza talks about being coolheaded and rational, the second about overcoming pitfalls and staying on track, the third about taking risks and strength of will, and the final stanza about staying true to yourself and making the most out of life.

Answer 2

Stanza 4

The recommendation to the reader toward inclusiveness is further reflected in the last stanza, which advises, in the first two lines, to "talk with crowds" and not "lose the common touch" even when aspiring toward transcendence of commonality. The third and fourth lines go further, recommending against favoritism and toward regarding men with equality.

The entire poem, as evidenced by the title, is an extended "if/then" statement; and the last line serves as the answer to every "if" presented in the poem: By emulating the characteristics of a model leader, an individual can achieve "manhood." The reader learns at this point that the poem is meant as a specific address to a boy or young man. That the achievement of "manhood" is directly associated with the characteristics and actions of a model leader reveals a societal attitude toward gender that excludes women from the realm of public leadership.

In the Kipling Journal, Carrington writes of the poem's last line: "Hostile critics have made light of the final couplet, when the poet seems to descend from high consideration of ethics, and to drop to a final slangy compliment." Carrington is quick to point out that the poem must be considered in light of the circumstances of its original publication, which reveals its purpose. The poem is part of the children's story collection Rewards and Fairies, and thus the final line can be seen as an appropriately affectionate address from an older mentor to a young boy.

Answer 3

in the second stanza the poet implies that we should dream to achieve high goals in our lives but should not get too deep into our dreams that our dreams start turning into a nightmare.succees and failure are two things that walk aside us and would never leave us , a person who may fail today may surely attain success tomorrow . people living in this world may not always have a positive attitude and may always try to drop down the stronger in any possible way but the poets says that we should always speak the truth in all situations and keep our self-esteem and self-honour with ourself.We should never loose hope in our lifes , if life betrays us once we should keep trying with our worn out tools and thoughts and finally once we would surely succeed.

Answer 4

The whole poem is about the same subject. Basically, don't get too hyper with the stuff that happens to you, just get on with life, and that's what will give you a good life and make you a man.

Answer 5

The first stanza of the poem "If" by Rudyard Kipling discusses the importance of maintaining composure, self-control, and perseverance in the face of challenges and setbacks. It emphasizes the qualities of resilience and determination needed to navigate life's obstacles with grace and integrity.

Answer 6

whay does the 3 stanza of poem if means

Answer 7

poem du