SIJO poem is a traditional Korean poetic form related to haiku and tanka. Traditionally, a Sijo is comprised of three lines of 14-16 syllables each, for a total of 44-46 syllables but modern sijo may vary. Originally intended as songs, sijo can treat romantic, metaphysical, reflection, or spiritual themes. Whatever the subject, the first line introduces an idea or story, the second supply a "turn," and the third provides closure. The syllable count is 46 syllables or less, often in this pattern but not strictly. Theme 3,4,4,4 = 1st stanza/Elaboration 3,4,4,4 = 2nd stanza/Counter Theme 3,5. 3rd stanza/Completion 4,3 = 4th stanza Sijo Form Definition


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