Explain exactly what is being compared and how the poetic device functions in the context of the poem.
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"Angel of the evening" is a metaphor. Blake is comparing the evening star to an angel because it shines brightly in the sky and, he infers, it takes a compassionate interest, as an angel would, in the people on the earth below.

7.On every flower that shuts its sweet eyes

To The Evening Star by William Blake

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Explain exactly what is being compared and how the poetic device functions in the context of the poem. 
Follow this example: 
"Angel of the evening" is a metaphor. Blake is comparing the evening star to an angel because it shines brightly in the sky and, he infers, it takes a compassionate interest, as an angel would, in the people on the earth below.

7.On every flower that shuts its sweet eyes 

To The Evening Star by William Blake

dancing_stars23 · Answer

I know it is personification but Idk how to relate it to each other

anonymous · Answer

I'm not positive but if i had to guess i would say The flower is being compared to a person or thing that sleeps.

dancing_stars23 · Answer

@Crystal924 thanks for helping !