What is universal theme?
a central message that applies to anyone, anywhere
a central message or insight that is revealed through a story
the time, place, and social/historical context in which a story takes place
a piece of writing that uses careful and deliberate word choice

A universal theme is a central message that applies to anyone, anywhere.

Literary pieces usually have a theme, or central idea, conveyed throughout the text. A universal theme applies to anyone regardless of cultural nuances or geographic location, generally because the theme is an issue that deals with the basic human concerns. Therefore, it is easily relatable by a variety of readers.

1.the hosts on two opposing mountains stood,  

2.thick as the foliage of the waving wood;  

3.between them an extensive valley lay,  

4.o'er which the gleaming armour pour'd the day,  

5.when from the camp of the philistine foes,

6. dreadful to view, a mighty warrior rose; in the dire deeds of bleeding battle skill'd,