"The Ballad of Father Gilligan"

"The Ballad of Father Gilligan" by W.B. Yeats tells the story of a compassionate priest who, after a long day, is exhausted and falls asleep at his parish house. During the night, a worried parishioner’s child falls seriously ill, and despite his exhaustion, Father Gilligan wakes to go help. His caring devotion demonstrates selflessness and spiritual duty, emphasizing the importance of compassion and service to others, even at personal cost. The poem highlights the strength of faith and kindness in the face of fatigue and challenges.