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What does the speaker in "My hearts leaps up" mean by the phrase "natural piety"

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The speaker in the poem compares nature to a god by using the word piety, which brings up the image of something sacred. He states that he has felt a deep connection to and reverence for nature ever since childhood. The phrase "natural piety" implies that the poet sees his contemplation of nature as a kind of religion or sacred devotion.

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Piety means being devout, reverent or faithful. By saying "natural piety", the speaker is saying that it is a natural part of that person and it is ingrained in their personality.
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