lethargy of custom

Waking the minds of the lethargy of custom is something that is contestably accomplished in The Rime of the Ancient Mariner whether it was the mission of Coleridge or Wordsworth. The poem takes a somewhat common religious experience and transforms it to a story-telling event. The act of committing a sin and then repenting ones sins in such a fairy tale manner is quite a marvel at this time period as religion is so highly regarded upon as is pointed out in the snip *religious* fervour.

The mariner blesses the water snakes, but this is not enough, he must continue to repent by recounting the events to others and showing people the blessings of life. By showing others your mistakes you can help to be absolved by your sin. Through the story of the mariner one can learn the moral of appreciating life and the advantages of good company.