<P> Middle English Lyric is a genre of English Literature , popular in the 14th Century , is characterized by its brevity and emotional expression . Conventionally , the lyric expresses `` a moment , '' usually spoken or performed in the first person . Although some lyrics have narratives , the plots are usually simple to emphasize an occasional , common experience . Even though Lyrics appear individual and personal , they are not `` original ; '' instead , lyrics express a common state of mind . Those states of mind are wide in range . Some deal with religious topics pertaining to Jesus or the Virgin Mary , focusing on Christ 's sacrifice and salvation , or Mary 's roles as a mother and intercessor . Other religious topics focus on Adam and the Fall , or the necessity of faith . Others are secular , focusing on ale , women , and the simple joys of life . Some are sarcastic , take on satire , humorous , and sometimes even crude . </P>
<P> Middle English Lyric is a genre of English Literature , popular in the 14th Century , is characterized by its brevity and emotional expression . Conventionally , the lyric expresses `` a moment , '' usually spoken or performed in the first person . Although some lyrics have narratives , the plots are usually simple to emphasize an occasional , common experience . Even though Lyrics appear individual and personal , they are not `` original ; '' instead , lyrics express a common state of mind . Those states of mind are wide in range . Some deal with religious topics pertaining to Jesus or the Virgin Mary , focusing on Christ 's sacrifice and salvation , or Mary 's roles as a mother and intercessor . Other religious topics focus on Adam and the Fall , or the necessity of faith . Others are secular , focusing on ale , women , and the simple joys of life . Some are sarcastic , take on satire , humorous , and sometimes even crude . </P>
what is the most common theme in medieval lyrics
what is the most common theme in medieval lyrics
lyrics express a common state of mind
lyrics express a common state of mind