“Water Abstract” Digital Photo by Carlos
in the belly of seas
ancient rains
once washed
truths taught
by myths
of Olympus
gave glisten to
Greek golden age
under Pericles
bathed the
inquisitive impulse
of Socrates
seeking for answers
to questions
that in themselves
elevate man
and morality
in the belly of seas
down and deep
the same waters
that nourished
antiquity mix
with new fluids
the discharged
remains of the
modern democracy
drained by neglect
of minds moved
to an arrogant
dryness of dogma
truths fixed by
presumptions of
self-proclaimed
demigods
You chart the journey of the evolution of the modern day politician with profundity with panache. Just where have the great leaders all gone?
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perhaps they have ever been our figments
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This is so defining!
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much appreciated
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Amen
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*smile*
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Hi Paul. What mysteries are yet to be discovered below the the waves? Thank you for liking my poem “Creeping!” Best Wishes. The Foureyed Poet.
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thanks kindly, malc
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Well said!
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much appreciated, john
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Perhaps we’re in need of a new Reformation, another Renaissance, or better yet, a Revolution . . .
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the idea of upheaval appeals to me – the scary part is the uncertainty of its ultimate consequence
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“Discharged remains…” indeed Paul. This is really quite profound and a sad reflection of our times.
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many thanks, don – there is much to be sad about
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