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Lyric Poem · Peace

Just so—Jesus—raps

by Emily Dickinson

Just so — Jesus — raps —

He — doesn't weary —

Last — at the Knocker —

And first — at the Bell.

Then — on divinest tiptoe — standing —

Might He but spy the lady's soul —

When He — retires —

Chilled — or weary —

It will be ample time for — me —

Patient — upon the steps — until then —

Hears! I am knocking — low at thee.

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Poem
Just so—Jesus—raps
Poet
Emily Dickinson
Length
11 lines
Form
Lyric Poem
Themes
Peace

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Emily Dickinson1830–1886
Source record
PoetryDBJust so—Jesus—raps by emily-dickinson, PoetryDB transcription
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Full text · United States · reviewed 2026-07-18
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