Love is patient,
love is kind,
bears fruitful branches
upon its vine.
Love does not envy,
it does not boast,
love protects those
who need it most.
Love is not proud
nor is it rude.
Love has a humble
attitude.
Love does not
anger easily,
love does not brood
over injury.
Love does not
delight in wrong,
love wants truth
to carry on.
Love bears all
through storm and gale,
love so true
will never fail.
When I was married twenty - five years ago, I used 1 Corinthians :13 for our Wedding invitation as well as a reading for our Wedding ceremony. A couple of years ago, I wrote this poem based on the biblical verse. I hope both of you find these qualities in each other in your married life together. God bless you, Thomas and Danielle!
Much happiness on this day and always,
Joyce Josephson
In a list
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A contest entry
- The meaning of love! by Cerulean Sunrise.
450 points, ended April 12, 2007, 14 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - I'm Getting Married!!! by silverscent.
425 points, ended May 10, 2007, 11 entries
Honorable mention
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Spiritually Uplift Me by Viyanna Rosemarie 2.
425 points, ended May 28, 2007, 16 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Prewrites---------And Quick!!! by Hebz.
425 points, ended June 16, 2007, 96 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - But the greatest of these is love by star wars fanatic.
600 points, ended September 23, 2007, 13 entries
Silver trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Celebrate with Me In Completion of a Goal by earthstar.
425 points, ended October 17, 2007, 8 entries
Honorable mention
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - For Our Upcoming Wedding by DolphinLass.
700 points, ended December 18, 2007, 19 entries
Honorable mention
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - SunfloweRose - Either My Favorites, or Those Who Have Me As Their Favorite by SunDew.
1200 points, ended February 13, 2008, 5 entries
Gold trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - I YEAR TOGETHER AND I STILL ADORE YOU by Blooming Poet.
300 points, ended March 3, 2008, 42 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - True Love by DawnKestrel.
1050 points, ended November 4, 2008, 34 entries
Honorable mention
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - NO CLICHE ! YES PREWRITES ! by Anu-Nataraj.
400 points, ended November 28, 2008, 18 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Romantic? by Princess Kitten-.
390 points, ended May 1, 49 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Wedding wishes for my daughter by daviscth.
1800 points, ended November 10, 30 entries
Bronze trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Please tell me what you think
Comments
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I like this- it makes it easier to remember the list. thanks!
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I have always loved this verse and your amazing poem has made me enjoy it even more. Thank you so much for taking time to share it in my contest.
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Excellent portrayal of the greatest emotion. Love is indeed all of these. And, it is, (my favorite definition), for no other reason.
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Absolutely lovely explanation, phrase by phrase - there's no mistaking the meaning of this passage! Wonderful write to add to the CCSG! Thank you for sharing, indeedy!
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I know I've commented on this one before Joyce. but as I read it again it was like I read it for the first time. it is such a loving tender write from your heart! I'm bookmarking it this time!!
I do believe it will win even more Trophies in Heaven!!!! it's just precious Joyce.
Love, Mary
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Love does not envy,
it does not boast,
love protects those
who need it most.
i agree truly,madly & deeply..
normally love poe mr soo cliiichee...
but this aint!
maazinngg write!
Good Lcu
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Genius words from a Lady of Faith.....I am anxious to see what MORE, God has in store for you......Bless you Joyce!
Bear ~
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Thanks!
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A really good poem.
Good luck in my contest!
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An enjoyable intrepretation...
An enjoyable intrepretation; I Cor 13 is the definitive text on the true meanings of love; thanks for sharing this. --Joe -
Your welcome and feel free to enter as many times as you want. as long as it fits.
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so ttrue
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Thank you!
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When I first saw the title, I thought, "Here we go with something that's been said many times before, & possible misquoting of Scripture." & I was wrong.
I love the way you turned the Bible's love chapter into a beautiful poem! Does that permission stand for me to share it, too? I'm not getting married anytime soon, but I would like to hang it in my house when I get one.
Thank you so much for sharing & good luck in all these contests!
~SunfloweRose
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This is beautiful Joyce! This is a great idea for a wedding. A wonderful poem for anyone really. You have such a unique writing ability and it shines here!!!
GBY
SilverButterfly -
Thanks for your great entry, I love the words. Good luck in contest and Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year too.
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The verse from Corinthians has always been one of my favorites, and your interpretation of it is one of the most beautiful I have seen. I would love to see the verse itself in the author notes, or a link to it, for those who aren't familiar with it. I hope you don't mind, but I would like to add this to my list of favorite poems by other authors. It's one I believe I'll read over and over again.
TY so much for sharing, and good luck in the contest!
Best wishes,
~J.
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beautiful poem of God's everlasting love!! I love this write
Silverbutterfly
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Thank God for God love. For his love will not fail us nor forsake us. I love the verse you choose to write about. God is always there to love us. We as humans struggle to live up to that type of love. Human love is fickle. Very well wrotee
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Congratulations on your well deserved Silver!
Hope you do not mind me commenting again on this poem. Just wanted to tell you that it is a favourite of mine and one I like to reread which is why I bookmarked it. Congratulations on the recognition. Jadon -
Very, very nicely done. I love the way you used the verse to create this piece. Thanks for entering, and remember to be active in posts on our group.
*finalist*
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Beautiful write! Excellent message reinforced with lovely page and pictures. Enjoyable rhyme and meter.
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The very thing!
I sometimes read and then scoot away without a comment. Not often, but enough to mention. I felt however that I ought to acknowledge your poem as well done and thank you for writing it. The very thing I was thinking about this night and it was good for me to hear these words again as you wrote them in verse. Jadon
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love it
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coool.
nice poem. i love it...keep it real with the world -
Simply beautiful and so true. Thank you for entering the contest! =]
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WOW!!
True emotions & lovely piece...
Thanks for entering my contest..& Best of Luck
GloriousGift
Heba -
one of my favourite scriptures. love does not ever fail. i wish you the best of luck in htis contest. viyanna rosemarie
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This was so uplifting and inspirational to read
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This was very interesting and I thought how you encorporated the Corinthians was very clever. It was a very nicely written love poem. Thanks for entering.
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Now this is what we need to have emblazoned on our windows and walls ... our hearts and minds ... the truth! Fabulous poem ... xx
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Very Nice!
I love this verse and your interpretation is just awesome. I couldn't agree more with you. You, my friend, are very talented. This is a pleasure to read.
Many Blessings to you, FAH
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This was nice.
This was nice to read from that particular chapter in the bible. I think you put an intelligent view on what it means.
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A wonderful write...
A wonderful write; a delightful piece that matches the intent of that passage of Scripture; nicely done. --Joe
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Thank you so much, Joe. I'm checking out your page and poetry now.
Did you check out my page? We're neighbors!
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Wonderful
This is a wonderful poetic interpretation of the verse - one of my most favorites. If it OK with you, may I use this on my author page.
Love and hugs,
joanne
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Of course, absolutely, I would be honored. Please just credit the write.
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An exquisite write and message. Heartfelt, full of truth and wisdom. Very good flow and tone. Lovely depth of feeling. Excellent word choice. Beautiful rhythm. Nice alliteration and assonance. Love shines brightly in this piece.
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This is a wonderful life..I agree that it is the soul of love. Very nicely done. I so enjoyed this read.
Sam
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Lovely
A really lovely personal poetic rendition inspired by the book of Corinthians. A real joy to read.
Davi Michaels
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Isn't love grand? You have taken love and made it almost a talent,
The words flow beautifully, and easy.
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Very beautiful and the flow is wonderful! Great job!!
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Simply and so beautifully penned! It flows so smoothly with a lovely rhythm. Wonderful meaning of love
All the best in this contest
Gaylene
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Odd as it may seem, every time I think I'm in love with someone I like to read around in that area of my Bible to try to justify what I'm feeling. It was really lovely and I enjoyed it so. Good luck in the contest. ^_^
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That's a great idea!
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I have a song lyric entered into another contest called "Driving Down Love's Highway" which delves into love after many years of marriage. Go to my page to check it out.
Thanks for the comment,
Joyce
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Lovely
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Glad you like it!
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