a worn path 2
We are all faced with trails and tribulations but we will eventually reach our goals if we have faith. Eudora Welty's "A Worn Path uses Phoenix Jackson's often traveled trek to Natchez to symbolize the journey through life, by using an ancient bind to describe Phoenix. The spiritual aspects and emotional aspects of Phoenix's life are also portrayed by the different trails she must endure before reaching her goal in life. The name Phonix itself portrays an unending fellowship. Phoenix is a universal symbol of resurrection and immortality. It sets fire to itself by choice only to arise again as a New Phoenix. In route to the city both travelers stop ceremonially for restoration. The Phoenix burns itself by choice and rises again. Old Phoenix stops on her journey to rest, after doing so she appears to be showered with youth. "Phoenix left the tree, and had to go through a barb wire fence. There she had to creep and crawl, spreading her knees and strecthing her fingers like a baby trying to climb the steps." Wetly relates Phoenix to the bind many times in the story
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Some common words found in the essay are:
Phoenix Jackson's, Christ Easter, Phoenix God, River Jordan, References Christ, , Sea Phoenix, black dog, love grandson, trails tribulations, journey natchez, journey life, medicine throat,
Approximate Word count = 725
Approximate Pages = 3 (250 words per page double spaced)
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