An analysis

of a Poem
P oetry is a brief form of language that
expresses a wide range of emotions. To
appreciate a poem's multiple meanings, readers
must examine its words and phrasing from the
perspectives of rhythm, sound, visuals, obvious
meaning, and implicit meaning.
eaders must organize their thoughts on the
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stanza into a logical, point-by-point
explanation. Asking questions that apply to
most poems is a good place to start.
 Things to Consider when Analyzing a
THEME Poem STRUCTURE
The principal idea and subject
matter of a poem might indicate
the poem's underlying theme.
Observe figurative language in
poetry, because it is frequently
used to send message.
LANGUAGE
Language sets the mood and
tone of a poem, from word
choice to imagery. The rhythm
of a poem is also influenced by
how language is organized.
SOUND and RHYTHM
The structure of a poem has an The syllabic patterns and
impact on how it should be read. stresses create the metrical
Stanzas, line breaks, rhyme pattern of a poem
patterns, punctuation, and pauses
are all used by poets to shape
their stories.
CONTEXT
A poem's who, what, where,
when, and why can all be used
to describe its meaning.
Examine these elements to
learn more about a poem's
context.
Padre Faura
Witness the
Execution of
Rizal
by
Danton Remoto
BIOGRAPHY
Danton Remoto
Danton R. Remoto was born March 25, 1963 in Basa Air
Base, Floridablanca, Pampanga. His father, Francisco Sr., was a soldier
while his mother, Lilia Relato, was a music teacher.

He is a Filipino writer, a lesbian, homosexual, bisexual, and

transgender Filipino writer, essayist, reporter, editor, and columnist. He
became the chairman of ‘Ang Ladlad’, an LGBT political party in the
Philippines, where he uses his writing skills to help this community.

EDUCATION
He obtained his scholarship in Ateneo De Manila, and received his Master
of Philosophy in Publishing Studies from the University of
Stirling in Scotland in 2000.

AWARDS
1997―he won the ASEAN prize for essay writing,
1983 ― he won the Galian Sa Arte at Tula Award on poetry
1986 ― he won the PLAC award for poetry
1987 ― Remoto was a Palanca Awards winner for essay writing
 interpretation:
I stand on the roof Months ago, EXPLANATION:
of the Ateneo Municipal, Pepe came to me Padre Faura recalled Rizal's
Shivering In the observatory. visitation at the Ateneo
On this December morning. Municipal Observatory, just a
I thought we could talk few months ago. He had
expected Rizal to have a chat
EXPLANATION: About the stars with him about the stars, but
It describes Padre Faura's perception on That do not collide the conversation quickly
the day of Rizal’s capital In the sky. moved into a passionate
punishment―stating that he saw the Instead, he asked me discussion of purgatory. Rizal
execution from the roof of the Ateneo perceived of of his
Municipal. Padre Faura was scared and about purgatory approaching death, which is
shivering, and even combined with the why he inquired about
cold temperature due to his location. purgatory.
 interpretation:
(His cheeks still ruddy
From the sudden sun
After the bitter winters
In Europe)
EXPLANATION:
Rizal just came back from Europe
after the winter. The sudden climate
change made Rizal's cheeks reddish.
And on this day EXPLANATION:
With the year beginning to Back to the present,
turn, Padre Faura burst into
tears that made his
Salt stings my eyes. vision to blur while
I see Pepe, looking at the image of
Rizal standing between
A blur the soldiers with their
Between the soldiers rifles aimed at him in the
With their Mausers raised “ready” position.
And the early morning's
interpretation:
Star:
Still shimmering
Even if millions of miles away,
The star itself
Is already  dead.

EXPLANATION:
The star refers to Jose Rizal. Alhtough a star that has
already died years ago, yet we can still see the light
shimmering in front of us. Like Jose Rizal, who is no
longer alive, yet his legacy lives on in every heart of
the Filipinos.
Literary Genre
Literary Context
Structure
Theme
Tone
Sound & Rhythm
Images/Symbols
Point Of View
What message does the author
wanted to convey?
Drawing Conclusion:
1. PARAPHRASE or RESTATE the poem in simple
words, as though talking to someone on the
telephone.
2. EMPHASIZE a pattern of details, sounds, or
rhythm.
EXAMPLES:
o Is the poet defining something, such as
parenthood, risking a life, curiosity, marriage,
religious faith, or aging?
o Is the poet telling a story event by event?
o Does the poet want to sway the reader's
opinion?
Drawing Conclusion:
From the title itself, it is clearly stated that Padre Faura
witnessed the execution of Rizal while on the roof of Ateneo
Municipal. The priest was nervous and scared as he was
shivering due to cold temperature while on the roof. The priest
remembered that Rizal just came back home from Europe
after the winter, and because of the sudden climate change, he
noticed that Rizal's cheeks went reddish.
According to Padre Faura, it was just few months
before when Rizal visited him in the observatory of Ateneo
Municipal. He thought that they will just talk about the star
but instead, their conversation went to another topic. Rizal
knew of his impending death, that is why he asked about
purgatory. Remembering that moment, Padre Faura went into
tears. He compared Rizal as a shimmering star. Though Rizal
is gone, he remains as the star, shining in every heart of
Filipinos.
Do you have any
questions?