poetry form week 37, sijo

This Korean poetic form is only three lines long, but a lot is packed into those three lines. Here’s a quick rundown according to bob lee brewer

• 3 lines in length, averaging 14-16 syllables per line (for a poem total of 44-46 syllables).
• Line 1 introduces the situation or theme of the poem.
• Line 2 develops the theme with more detail or a “turn” in argument.
• Line 3 presents a “twist” and conclusion.

example of poetry form Sijo

• Line 1: 3-4-4-4
• Line 2: 3-4-4-4
• Line 3: 3-5-4-3

 "Yerinzuo" title


he tells me we're always fine, but  i think he and i are apart
sun and moon mountain and ocean all attract yet distract
if they weren't distinct, I tell him, life world be flat without purpose