Cosmos

"Cosmos" by Ernest McGaffey is a poem that thinks deeply about what it means to be alive, how life and death work, and what makes us human. It looks at big ideas about spirituality and how people connect with the universe. The poem travels through time and different cultures, thinking about the beliefs that have influenced how we see the world. It's divided into ten parts, each filled with strong images and thoughtful ideas that follow humanity's path from the beginning to now. McGaffey questions religious rules, scientific ideas, and the idea that fame lasts forever, suggesting that we can only truly find peace within ourselves. The poem paints a picture of human life as a fight against feeling lost and hopeless, while also encouraging us to embrace love, friendship, and think for ourselves. In the end, "Cosmos" asks us to understand the universe better and offers a hopeful view for humanity's future.