Question

read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow :

Abou Ben Adhem (may his tribe increase !)
Awoke one night from a deep dream of peace,

-Abou Ben Adhem, Leigh Hunt

Question- What does the poet mean by "May his tribe increase !" Why do you think he says this? What is the central message of the poem ?​

Answer 1

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The poet says that there should be more lovers of fellow beings like Abou Ben Adhem. The world is full of egoistic and egocentric beings and there should be more humane characters. The central message of the poem is love and care for all. This endears to God more than selfish prayers and show of piety.

The central idea of the poem "Abou Ben Adhem" is that God blesses and loves those who love and serve their fellowmen. If one wants to please God, one must serve one's brothers.

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