The Light
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even the smallest light
of wisdom
burning in the pitch black
of ignorance
casts its glow far-reaching
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the pitch black
of ignorance
succumbs
to the simplest
light of wisdom
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(haiku)
one can penetrate
the pitch black of ignorance
wisdom is the light
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(haiku)
lightless ignorance
cannot vanquish absolute
seek the light of truth
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(haiku)
lightless ignorance
does not rise impregnable
wisdom’s light will pierce
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rob kistner © 2008
Very true words, indeed. And the candle stands as a great metaphor.
Lovely image to go with your poem
These are very wise lines.
Love the last line; ending with the words “far-reaching” is a good choice.
From Dictionary.com:
Cliche: A trite, stereotyped expression; a sentence or phrase, usually expressing a popular or common thought or idea, that has lost originality, ingenuity, and impact by long overuse.
It is actually the job of the poet to AVOID writing cliched prose, rather than celebrate it.
Come on– candles, wisdom, casting its glow!!??
This is horrid!!
Anthony –
Thank you!
Catherine –
I appreciate th kind words.
Nathan –
You are gracious. It seems these days we’ve lost sight of this simple truism.
Twitches –
I am pleased you were drawn to this piece.
Ronman –
I take it you didn’t find this suite to your liking. 😉
Thank you for your words of wisdom, and for setting me straight on just what the poet’s job must be.
yes, pitch black of ignorance.. it is the light that overcomes the darkness.. beautifully stated..
One More Believer –
Thank you… shine a light! 😉
All of these are awesome. 😀
Thank you very much Noah… 😉
Hi Rob, And your light comes shining through all of these.