> the speaker describes the final moment of his emotional struggle. The whole poem shows a man who is tired, angry, and confused about his religious life. He wants freedom from all rules and discipline. He feels that God has taken away his happiness, his success, and his peace. So he cries, complains, and rebels loudly. He says he wants to break free from the “collar” of obedience.

After all this shouting and frustration, these two lines show a sudden and soft change. The speaker says, “Methought I heard one calling, Child!” This means he thought he heard a gentle voice calling him “Child.” The voice is God’s voice. It is not angry, not harsh, and not punishing. It is full of love, care, and forgiveness. The word “Child” shows that God still sees the speaker as His own child, even though the speaker was angry and rebellious.

The speaker’s reaction is also simple and immediate. He replies, “My Lord.” This means the moment he hears God’s loving voice, all his anger disappears. He becomes calm again. He answers with respect and love. He accepts God once more as his Lord.

These lines show that the speaker’s relationship with God is based on love, not fear. Even when we are angry and lost, God still forgives us.