The first stanza of the poem "The Tyger" by William Blake sets up the mysterious and awe-inspiring image of the tiger, questioning the origin and creation of such a powerful creature. The last stanza brings the poem full circle by repeating the opening lines and questioning once again the creator of the tiger.
Claim: The repetition of the opening and closing stanzas emphasizes the mystery and complexity of the tiger, highlighting the continuing sense of wonder and awe inspired by its existence.
Evidence 1: The first stanza poses questions about the creation of the tiger, such as "What immortal hand or eye/ Could frame thy fearful symmetry?" The repetition in the last stanza raises similar questions, reinforcing the theme of mystery and wonder surrounding the tiger.
Evidence 2: Both the first and last stanzas end with the line "What immortal hand or eye" followed by a question about the creator of the tiger. This repetition creates a cyclical structure to the poem, reinforcing the sense of awe and intrigue surrounding the tiger's existence.