Stanza VIII
Line 5, plaintive: expressing sadness.
anthem: (1)a hymn of joy or praise, patriotism, or devotion;
(2) a sacred choral song generally based on words from the Bible. Both meanings carry with them intense
feelings and high seriousness. Which meaning do you think Keats intends? Does one fit better with requiem?
Can both meanings be meant or suggested?
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