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Description: | This poem takes the form of a dramatic monologue by Willie Fisher to his God, used by Burns to ridicule Willie's belief that he is chosen by God for 'gifts & grace'. This belief means that Willie can get away with anything, while others less fortunate should be punished for all their sins, however minor, including disagreeing with Willie.
This first page starts with a quotation from Alexander Pope 'And send the Godly in a pet to pray', which sets the scene for the poem. The first three verses, seen here, introduce Willie's position - he is one of the few who are chosen to go to heaven. He says he is unworthy, but accepts his place of grace as his due. | License: | http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0 | Publisher: | Burns Monument Trust | Source: | Burns Scotland | Identifier: | Poem by Robert Burns: 'Holy Willie's Pra | Go to resource |
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