Steadfast of thought, Well made, well wrought, Far may be sought, Ere that ye can find So courteous, so kind As merry Margaret, This midsummer flower, Gentle as falcon Or hawk of the tower.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The poet praises Margaret as an ideal woman with gentle but noble traits.
- In plain terms
- She is kind, skilled, and highly regarded.
- What can you take from it?
- Idealizing someone focuses on balance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a person kind?
- How do you praise effectively?
Another view
It relies on outdated gender ideals.
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