Poetry: Humanity’s Endless Source of Inspiration

Overview of Poetry

Poetry, an ancient and enduring art form of language, has accompanied human history since its inception. From oral folk songs to modern philosophical poems, poetry has always played an important role in reflecting the life, emotions, and thoughts of humanity.

The characteristics of poetry lie in its conciseness, the use of various artistic devices such as metaphors, metonymy, repetitions, and rhyme to create works rich in imagery and suggestiveness. Poetry is not only the expression of language but also the sublimation of emotions, the heart of the artist poured into every word.

The Development of Vietnamese Poetry

Vietnamese poetry has gone through many stages of development, from folk poetry with simple and familiar folk songs and proverbs to Chinese poetry, Nom poetry, modern poetry, and contemporary poetry. Each stage has its own unique features, reflecting the changes in society and the soul of the Vietnamese people.

Folk Poetry:

The foundation of Vietnamese poetry, preserving traditional cultural values, reflecting the life and emotions of the people.

Medieval Poetry (Chinese poetry, Nom poetry):

Shows the influence of Chinese culture but still retains the unique features of Vietnamese literature, with famous works such as the poetry of Nguyen Trai, Nguyen Du.

Modern Poetry:

The birth of modern poetry marks a major turning point in the history of Vietnamese poetry, with representative poets such as Xuan Dieu, Huy Can, Te Hanh… Modern poetry is diverse in style and themes, showing continuous innovation and creativity.

The Value of Poetry

Poetry has great value for the spiritual life of human beings. It helps people express their emotions, sublimate their souls, and is a means of education, inspiration, and promotion of social development.

Aesthetic value: Poetry brings the beauty of language, sound, and image, creating delicate works of art.

Humanistic value: Poetry reflects the authentic life and emotions of people, awakening compassion and empathy.

Social value: Poetry has a positive impact on people’s awareness and actions, promoting social development.

Conclusion

Poetry is an indispensable part of the cultural and spiritual life of humanity. The study, research, and preservation of poetry is the responsibility of everyone to preserve and promote the precious values of national literary heritage.