Joy in Death

Emily Dickinson

1830 to 1886

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   'A soul has gone to God,'
If tolling bell I ask the cause -
I'm answered in a lonesome tone;
   A soul had gone to heaven,
   A good news should be given.
Would seem to me the proper way
That bells should joyful ring to tell
   Is heaven then so sad?