Question

What is the purpose of the paradox in these lines from the poem?

Take me to you, imprison me, for I,
Except you enthrall me, never shall be free,
Nor ever chaste, except you ravish me.

Answer 1

It emphasizes the poet’s urge for redemption.
It reflects the poet’s challenge to God.
It highlights the poet’s stubborn nature.
It signifies the poet’s hatred toward God.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

I am not the best at interpreting.

Answer 4

But I am thinking B

Answer 5

I think you should go with A. B is presumptuous, C is unlikely and D is highly unlikely, as Donne was Dean of St Paul's Cathedral in London.

Answer 6

Thanks

Answer 7

No problem c: