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Character guide
Key figures in Gitanjali by Rabindranath Tagore.
The Poet
major
Also known as Unknown, me, I, thou, mine, myself, Thy, Mine
The central voice and seeker in the poems, addressing the divine.
Rabindranath Tagore
major
Also known as Rabindranath, Mr. Tagore
Author and speaker of the poems, often merging with the poet-narrator.
The Divine
major
Also known as Thou, thee, thy, Lord, God
The eternal beloved and recipient of the poet's devotion and songs.
Bengali Doctor
minor
Also known as a distinguished Bengali doctor of medicine
A learned physician mentioned in a poem as a symbol of worldly knowledge.
Chaucer
minor
Also known as Chaucer
Historical poet referenced briefly in the text.
John of the Cross
minor
Also known as John of the Cross
Mystic and poet mentioned in passing allusion.