people and their hopes Arnold says For poetry the idea is everything This shows that poetry's value comes from real ideas Specifically it comes from life This function of poetry remains important for every society Source of Comfort and Strength Arnold says poetry gives comfort and hope Poetry helps people when they are sad or alone It supports people in hard times It brings peace and courage to hearts Poetry gives strength during sorrow Poetry can light up our dark days Arnold writes We have to turn to poetry to interpret life for us to console us to sustain us So poetry lifts people out of sorrow It brings hope in dark moments Many critics see poetry as a true helper Poetry calms the mind and makes life easier People turn to poetry for help and peace Poetry Delights and Supports Arnold thinks poetry shapes our minds It gives strength happiness and new thoughts Poetry helps people know their own feelings It brings beauty into daily life It inspires noble and good ideas Poetry brings delight with every line Arnold says The best poetry will be found to have a power of forming sustaining and delighting us Poetry teaches supports and gives joy For Arnold poetry is a guide for the heart Many people have found help in poetry's lines Poetry is not just for study It makes us feel more alive and hopeful Poetry's Long-Lasting Value Poetry stays important for many years Arnold thinks poetry will always matter Other things change but poetry does not fade Poems bring wisdom and joy to every generation Poetry gives people something to hold onto Poetry lasts even when other things are forgotten Arnold writes The future of poetry is immense because in poetry our race as time goes on will find an ever surer and surer stay People of every age turn to poetry Most critics say poetry's value is always growing Its lessons stay fresh for all time Acceptability and Limits Many critics and readers agree with Arnold Poetry connects to feelings and deep meaning It teaches values and lifts the spirit Some people still do not agree They think poetry cannot replace science or religion Some only enjoy poems for fun But Arnold's ideas help people today Poetry brings wisdom and beauty together His views on poetry's functions are still useful In conclusion Arnold gives big jobs to poetry Poetry teaches comforts shapes and lasts forever Many people accept his ideas Poetry helps people deeply It brings both knowledge and joy Great poetry remains powerful for all ages to come Poetry is truly a gift to all of life