<p><strong>There is a destiny that makes us brothers:</strong></p><p><strong>None goes his way alone:</strong></p><p><strong>All that we send into the lives of others</strong></p><p class="ql-align-center"><strong>Comes back into our own.</strong></p>

<h1><a data-turbo-prefetch="false" href="https://allpoetry.com/poem/8550777-A-Creed-by-Edwin-Markham">A Creed</a></h1><div dir="ltr">There is a destiny that makes us brothers:<br dir="ltr">
None goes his way alone:<br dir="ltr">
All that we send into the lives of others<br dir="ltr">
Comes back into our own.<br dir="ltr">
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I care not what his temples or his creeds,<br dir="ltr">
One thing holds firm and fast<br dir="ltr">
That into his fateful heap of days and deeds<br dir="ltr">
The soul of man Is cast.</div><div><span dir="ltr"> © by owner. provided at no charge for educational purposes <span dir="ltr"><span dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?display=popup&amp;src=sdkpreparse&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fallpoetry.com%2F8550777" dir="ltr"> </a><a href="https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?related=all_poetry&amp;text=A+Creed+by+Edwin+Markham+%40all_poetry&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fallpoetry.com%2F8550777" dir="ltr"> </a><a href="mailto:?body=I%20wanted%20to%20share%20this%20with%20you%3A%20A%20Creed%20by%20Edwin%20Markham%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fallpoetry.com%2F8550777&amp;subject=A%20Creed%20by%20Edwin%20Markham" dir="ltr"> </a></span></span></span></div><div dir="ltr"><b dir="ltr">Analysis (ai):</b> This poem asserts the interconnectedness of humanity, emphasizing that our actions ripple through society and return to us. It suggests a universal destiny that binds us together, and a belief in the enduring power of human spirit within the context of life's trials and challenges.<br dir="ltr">
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Compared to the author's other works, "A Creed" exhibits a concise and direct approach, focusing on a central theme of unity and moral responsibility. The language is simple and rhythmic, likely to appeal to readers across various social backgrounds.<br dir="ltr">
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The poem aligns with the literary and philosophical trends of the time, including the rise of social consciousness, the questioning of traditional religious beliefs, and the growing emphasis on the individual conscience. It also resonates with the broader sentiments of humanism and a sense of shared destiny that permeated American society in the late 19th century. The poem's simplicity and clear message contribute to its timeless appeal, making it a memorable expression of the human condition.</div>

A poem about how we are all interconnected and how our actions ripple through society and return to us.

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A Creed | Edwin Markham

EDWIN MARKHAM

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