I am the great sun – Charles Causley – Analysis

The following sonnet was composed by Charles Causley when he was inspired after viewing a 1632 Normandy crucifix.

I am the great sun

I am the great sun, but you do not see me,
 I am your husband, but you turn away. 
I am the captive, but you d o not free me, 
 I am the captain but you will not obey.

I am the truth, but you will not believe me, 
 I am the city where you will not stay. 
I am your wife, your child, but you will leave me, 
 I am that God to whom you will not pray. 

I am your counsel, but you will not hear me,
 I am your lover whom you will betray. 
I am the victor, but you do not cheer me, 
 I am the holy dove whom you will slay.

I am your life, but if you will not name me,