Love, Life, Truth, Power

MendedFences27

Love, Life, Truth, Power

 

If you do not know what love is until you lose it.

You will know what arrogance is, and choose it.

He who cannot empathize….Lies.

He who does not understand….Cries.

 

If you know nothing of life but what you possess.

You will know of nothing more than possessions.

He who cannot comprehend….Aches.

He who cannot compensate….Breaks.

 

If you know nothing of truth but your versions.

Your life will be no more than aspersions.

He who speaks truthfully….Sleeps.

He who utters falsehoods….Weeps.

 

Absolute power corrupts absolutely. 

Seeking power is to seek corruption. 

He who desires total power….Abased. 

He who shares power….Embraced.

  • Author: MendedFences27 (Offline Offline)
  • Published: May 31st, 2025 11:27
  • Comment from author about the poem: Some thoughts that have plagued me.
  • Category: Reflection
  • Views: 10
  • Users favorite of this poem: sorenbarrett, arqios, Teddy.15
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  • sorenbarrett

    Wonderful questions and good answers that lead one to the next and a fave

    • MendedFences27

      Thank you. SB. Stuff from my soul that had to be said.

    • Poetic Licence

      A really good write asking very valid questions and giving very valid answers, enjoyed the read

    • Doggerel Dave

      Yes - well endorsed by those above, with whom I agree, Phil.

      Mind If I stay with the final? And in fact the final line... Only possible to share power if the culture allows it.

      • MendedFences27

        Thank you, DD. Always an insightful response from Down Under.

      • Goldfinch60

        Fine words Phil and so very true.

        Andy

        • MendedFences27

          Thank you, Andy. Truth is what we try to write.

        • arqios

          This is awesome Phil! Liked and Faved 🤩🕊️🙏🏻

          • MendedFences27

            Thank you, Arqios. your comments are much appreciated.

          • Teddy.15

            How we drive our souls also depends on what we have experienced, beautifully composed 🌹

            • MendedFences27

              Truly so. Thanks for the wisdom and the comment.



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