On his Blindness, Milton, Analysis & Summary

On his Blindness, Milton, Analysis & Summary

Overview: John Milton's "On His Blindness" is a petrarchan sonnet that reflects the poet's struggle with the loss of his eyesight. Milton was a renowned poet and author of the 17th century (See: Caroline Age ), known for works such as "Paradise Lost" and "Paradise Regained." In this sonnet, Milton reflects on his own limitations and how his blindness has affected his ability to serve God through his writing. The poem is a meditation on the nature of God's grace and how it can be found even in the midst of personal suffering and loss. On His Blindness: Sonnet Text When I consider how my light is spent Ere half my days in this dark world and wide, And that one talent which is death to hide Lodg'd with me useless, though my soul more bent To serve therewith my Maker, and present My true account, lest he returning chide, "Doth God exact day-labour, light denied?" I fondly ask. But Patience, to prevent That murmur, soon replies: "Go…