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Ah, people

People — inabilities of past,
present and future –
who roam sly,
and defile;
their pride and greed
is laced with insecurity,
they harbour talk,
live split lives,
and smile hatred.
  
I am commanded to turn    
the other cheek,     
to forgive them.  

Lord, you know
my nature hates,
has a desire
to confront
and to hurt
in the same way,
but I must admit I cannot,
even when I so badly want this.






 

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  • myrataal silver member
    March 2

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    In introspective moments ...

    we become humble in the realization that we are but children, and loved nevertheless and because ...

    Your poetry always inspire me towards reaching higher.

    Love
    Myra


    • FransB gold member
      March 2
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      I am once again humbled

      by your visit, and comments. Thank you my friend. Frans


  • leo2
    February 24

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    I know the feeling well. Turning the cheek is neither a natural human reaction nor is it a sign of weakness. It is a Divine mandate based on the reality that love and forgiveness are more effective weapons against injustice than guns and knives.

    Sincerely,
    Leo Long


    • myrataal silver member
      March 2
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      How brilliant a comment ...

      and how clearly you expressed the Divine mandate! Thank you, Leo, for this reminder.


    • FransB gold member
      February 24
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      You are

      so correct. Thanks for reading and the comment. Must get to yours - I owe you some. Frans

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