# V explained — Gitanjali

> Chapter companion for Gitanjali by Rabindranath Tagore.

## What happens

The poet asks for a moment to sit quietly with the Divine, setting aside worldly work, and dedicates his life in the silent leisure of summer.

## Themes in this chapter

### Divine Love and Devotion

The poet's plea to sit by the Divine's side and sing dedication of life.

### The Pain of Separation and Longing

The poet's heart knows no rest away from the sight of the Divine's face.

## Character check-ins

### The Poet

Seeks a moment of stillness and devotion beside the Divine.

### The Divine

The beloved presence the poet longs to sit face to face with.

## Key lines

> Away from the sight of thy face my heart knows no rest nor respite, and my work becomes an endless toil in a shoreless sea of toil.

Without seeing you, I can find no peace, and all my efforts feel pointless and endless.

_Expresses the poet's deep longing and dependence on the Divine._

> Now it is time to sit quiet, face to face with thee, and to sing dedication of life in this silent and overflowing leisure.

Now is the moment to be still with you and offer my life in song during this peaceful, abundant time.

_Captures the poet's decision to prioritize devotion over worldly tasks._

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