What is the significance about the title of Lucille Clifton’s poem: “For deLawd”? What does it mean and why do you think she might have chosen this title?

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english literature

Asked by sofia b #815191 on 9/3/2018 1:14 AM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 9/3/2018 12:17 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 9/3/2018 12:17 PM

I believe it means "For the Lord", and that Clifton is acknowledging the strength she finds in her faith in God.