The Seafarer

"The Seafarer" is an Old English poem that reflects on the hardships and solitude of life at sea. It explores themes of longing, spiritual contemplation, and resilience as a sailor endures the harsh, bleak environment of the ocean. The poem contrasts the physical challenges of seafaring with a deeper, internal struggle for faith and meaning, suggesting that life's trials, like the sea's storms, can lead to personal growth and spiritual awakening. Overall, it highlights both the physical and emotional endurance required by those who live and work on the sea.