Interpretation to the Poem: Invictus

Gandhi fought for the freedom of the Indians from the British. He also fought for the equality and unity of the Muslims and the Hindus. He was very persistent in promoting non-violence. He bravely faced the consequences of his noble actions even if it is against the authorities. Gandhi is an example of an individual who takes responsibility for his own decisions. Taking responsibility for one’s decisions is evident in the poem, Invictus. For example, in the first stanza, it says that the speaker is unconquerable despite the night that covers him. The speaker is obviously saying that he will take his own stand for his own decisions no matter how difficult it will be for him. Next, the lines: “Under the bludgeonings of chance, my head is bloody but unbowed.” and “And yet the menace of the years finds, and shall find, me unafraid.” states that an individual who is responsible is unafraid and ready to face the dangers of what life will might bring. Finally, at the end of the poem, the last line: “I am the captain of my soul.” the word “soul” is mentioned again to emphasize his individuality. Being the captain of one’s own soul clearly states the control of a person over his/her own life and decisions.
Therefore, like Gandhi, who is responsible and unafraid to face the consequences of his own decisions. An individual have always its own responsibility, it only depends on how he or she will take