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Ally Stroman

Oct 25, 2024

Which theme replaced the more traditional memento mori theme in metaphysical poetry?

What theme emerged as a replacement for the traditional memento mori motif in metaphysical poetry? Specifically, how do concepts such as carpe diem, marriage, virtue, and religion play a role in this transition?

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Prof. Kaley Marks

Feb 21, 2025

The theme that replaced the more traditional memento mori theme in a metaphysical poetry is "carpe diem." This phrase means to "seize the day." The correct answer is A. 
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Carpe diemExplanation:The idea of memento mori (remember that you will die) was a common theme in poetry. However, this traditional theme was replaced with the theme of carpe diem (seize the day) in most metaphysical poetry. Both themes are strongly related, as carpe diem urges a person to fully enjoy each present moment. This type of mindfulness is usually achieved through an awareness of our own mortality, a concept that memento mori expresses.
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Anonymous

Feb 19, 2025

The theme that replaced the more traditional memento mori theme in metaphysical poetry "carpe diem." Option A is correct. Carpe Diem means Seize the Day. You have to do whatever it takes just to take advantage your day. This Latin aphorism was  taken from book 1 of the Roman poet Horace's work Odes.Carpe is the second-person singular present active imperative of carpō "pick or pluck" used by Horace to convey the message "enjoy, seize, make use of"
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Breanne Hills

Feb 18, 2025

The correct answer for the question that is being presented above is this one: "carpe diem." The theme that replaced the more traditional memento mori theme in metaphysical poetry is that carpe diem. Carpe Diem means Seize the Day. You have to do whatever it takes just to take advantage your day.
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