Blas Falconer reads "Like Jesus to the Crows"

The transcript discusses the poem 'Like Jesus to the Crows' by Vivey Francis, focusing on the imagery of crows at the crucifixion scene. It explores themes of comfort, presence, and the symbolic actions of the crows. The speaker reflects on personal experiences of seeking comfort and the failures of miracles, drawing parallels with the poem's themes.

What themes are explored in the poem 'Like Jesus to the Crows'?

How does the poem relate the imagery of crows to the concept of comfort?

In what ways does the speaker identify with the crows in the poem?

Discuss the significance of the line 'they were neither irreverent nor quiet' in the context of the poem.

What does the speaker mean by 'the failures of miracles when they were most needed'?