O death, where is thy sting?

O Death, Where is Thy Sting?
One thing that is certain in mortal life is that it will come to an end for everyone. There are no exceptions; everyone will meet their end. Death will place its cold unmerciful hand into every mortal’s life at the time appointed by God. Regardless of religion and beliefs, every person will give an account for their life on earth and what they have done or not done with Jesus Christ and his offer of salvation. John Donne addresses his final destination in his Holy Sonnet VI. This sonnet entitled “This is My Play’s Last scene,” is Donne’s testimony of the peace he has found with the nearness of death in his life. Having an understanding of the author’s difficult past will assist in properly interpreting this piece of literary art.
John Donne was born into a Roman Catholic household in London, England. Donne’s father died when he was very young leaving he and his siblings to be raised by their mother. After having some difficulties ...