Poetry: The Art of Words and Emotions

Concept and Origins of Poetry

Poetry, an art form of language, has existed since ancient times. From folk songs passed down orally to modern poetry, poetry always reflects the real life, feelings, and thoughts of humankind. The origin of poetry is closely linked to the need to express emotions, tell stories, and remember the history of the community. Many cultures around the world have unique forms of poetry, demonstrating the diversity and richness of this art.

Types of Poetry

Poetry includes many diverse genres, each with its own characteristics in terms of form and content. Some popular genres include: classical Chinese poetry, free verse, six-eight verse, sonnet, haiku… Each type of poetry has rules regarding the number of lines, number of characters, rhyme, rhythm, contributing to the unique beauty of each poem.

Classical Chinese Poetry:

Introduced from China, classical Chinese poetry has a strict structure with rules regarding the number of lines, characters, rhymes, tones, and couplets. This is a genre that requires high talent and technique from the author.

Free Verse:

Unlike classical Chinese poetry, free verse is not bound by rules of form. Writers can freely create the number of lines, characters, rhymes, and rhythms, creating diversity and richness in language and emotion.

The Role of Poetry in Life

Poetry is not only a form of entertainment but also plays an important role in the spiritual life of humankind. Poetry helps us understand life, people, love, sadness, joy, loss… more deeply. Poetry is also a means of education, conveying moral, spiritual values, patriotism, and love for the homeland.

Famous Poets

Vietnamese literary history has recorded many talented poets, leaving a deep impression on readers. Nguyen Du with Truyen Kieu, Ho Xuan Huong with her profound lyrical poems, Xuan Quynh with her poems about motherhood… are typical examples.

The Importance of Research and Preservation of Poetry

The research and preservation of poetry are extremely important. It helps us better understand the history, culture, and people of Vietnam. The inheritance and development of poetry will contribute to enriching the national literary treasury, while spreading humanistic values to many generations.