... central theme of the poem; Easter Wings creates a unique flying and flapping experience for the reader when it comes to the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter. In order to understand the meaning of these two poems, the reader has to understand the metaphor behind each biblical image. Figuratively by the use of diction, the poet creates the shape of an altar or wings by the use of words. In The Altar, the first two opening lines of this poem introduce the audience to the vital metaphor which creates an impact on the way the rest of the poem is read. Even though the altar can not metaphorically take on certain meanings, the reader has to read these two lines explicitly in order to understand the meaning and purpose which the poet has given to this specific altar. According to dictionary.com an altar is "a raised structure (as a ...

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