Notes For All Chapters – English Poorvi Class 8th
About the Poem
Poem Title: Harvest Hymn
Poet: Sarojini Naidu
Theme:
- A thanksgiving hymn to nature and God for a rich harvest.
- Shows gratitude to Sun (Surya), Rain (Varuna), and Earth (Prithvi).
- Reflects unity, culture, and rural traditions of India.
Poem Structure
The poem is divided into 4 stanzas:
- Men’s voices: Praise the Sun for warmth and growth.
- Men’s voices: Praise Rain for watering crops.
- Women’s voices: Praise Earth as a mother.
- All voices: Praise God as the creator, source of life, and guide.
Main Ideas (Stanza-wise)
Gratitude to Surya (Sun) for ripening crops.
Thanks to Varuna (Rain) for nourishing fields.
Respect for Prithvi (Earth) as the mother who nurtures life.
A prayer to the Creator for guidance, care, and blessings.
Key Themes
Gratitude and Devotion: Farmers and villagers thank natural forces and God.
Unity: Men, women, and all voices join together.
Rural India: Highlights culture, music, and celebration during harvest.
Nature’s Role: Shows dependence on sun, rain, and earth.
Literary Devices
| Device | Example | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alliteration | “Bright and munificent lord of the morn” | Creates rhythm and musical effect |
| Personification | “Sweet and omnipotent mother” (Earth) | Gives Earth human qualities |
| Metaphor | “Thou art the Seed and the Scythe” | God is both creator and destroyer |
| Imagery | “The wealth of our valleys, new-garnered and ripe” | Creates vivid pictures in the reader’s mind |
| Repetition | “We bring thee…” | Emphasises devotion and rhythm |
Symbolism
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Surya (Sun) | Light, warmth, prosperity |
| Varuna (Rain) | Mercy, nourishment |
| Prithvi (Earth) | Fertility, motherhood, life |
| Seed and Scythe | Creation and end of life cycle |
Important Word Meanings
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Radiance | Brightness, glow |
| Tribute | Respect, gift of gratitude |
| Cherished | Loved and valued |
| Counsel | Advice |
| Munificent | Generous |
| Ineffable | Beyond description |
| Succour | Help or support |
| Beneficent | Kind, doing good |
Farming Tools (From Lesson)
| Tool | Use |
|---|---|
| Sickle | Harvesting crops |
| Scythe | Cutting tall grass |
| Plough | Turning soil |
| Trowel | Digging small holes |
| Rake | Gathering leaves/hay |
| Spade | Digging soil |
Main Ideas of the Lesson
- Farming is hard work and depends on nature.
- The poem celebrates farmers and harvest festivals.
- Highlights gratitude, culture, and tradition.
- Encourages us to respect farmers for providing food.
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