Originally Posted by
Ivor
Reading Burns’ works the unmistakeable message that you get is one of egalitarianism, something that seems at the heart of the Scottish psyche. This obviously does not chime with all Scottish people who prefer to espouse a hierarchical society and their rejection of Burns and his poetry no doubt reflects this. Abraham Lincoln was apparently a great follower of Burns and kept his works by his bedside which may have influenced his beliefs, particularly works such as “The man’s a man for a’ that” with its sentiment that “That Man to Man the world o’er Shall brithers be for a’ that.” No doubt Burns’ egalitarian views chimed with many in America and elsewhere who rejected the established order of unrepresentative monarchs and despots and, instead, established governments by the people and for the people, a very Scottish principle where power resides with the people.
...and some people just like or don't like his poetry. Art is always subjective.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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