Dry the branch that cracks, flexibility it lacks, broken its own fault
Green the bough that bends, released again it extends, unharmed by assault
The thorn that won't release, its own pain will only increase, pulled by force
In time breaking shoot, its stability uproot, the path of revenge to endorse
Without a doubt, a poisonous thorn must be taken out, so as not to fester
You may rant but don't harm the plant, forgive the ignorant molester
The thorn remove, the injury will improve and not become infected
Let the hole drain and soon the pain will no longer be detected
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Your poem presents a certain level of ambiguity; it shares similarities with a riddle, yet its convoluted nature makes it hard to grasp. But I will make an effort to unravel its meaning. Your poem revolves around the concepts of forgiveness and letting go of past grievances. It emphasizes that holding onto pain (the thorn) only leads to further suffering, while forgiveness allows for healing and growth.🤔
Thank you Friendship that is the essence of it. Holding onto it increases suffering of the victim while release promotes healing in the offended.
You're very welcome, my friend.
Pretty deep thought of forgiveness and trusting what may come.
Thank you so much for the read and comment my friend it is most appreciated
No problem
The part not said is how painful the cleaning process is...lovely message
Thank you NinjaGirl for your read and understanding of this piece. Yes pulling out a thorn can be painful but less so than leaving it in. Your words are most appreciated.
Yes, certainly!
I think I understand this as in the notion it is better than forgive and let of the pain, otherwise you allow to fester (easily), which is possible, but forgetting is a different game. Bit of a conundrum this one but enjoyable to read
Thank you Tobani you are correct forgiveness is for the forgiver in that they no longer suffer but forgetting is not always possible. It doesn't really matter though if you are not suffering from the wound. Appreciate your read and comment my friend
You are very welcome
With that suffering come strength to resolve the problems soren.
Andy
Thank you Andy for your read and comment. Yes suffering often accompanies the removal but once clean it heals.
A poem that uses nature to show the cost of holding onto pain. Making out the thorn as resentment is a powerful image. The message lands clearly: forgiveness isn’t about excusing harm, it’s about letting yourself heal. Strong stuff. A sure Fave 🤩🕊️🙏
Thank you first for the read and then for the interpretation. I have always found that letting go benefits me not the offender and so it is the ultimate revenge if that is what one is looking for. As for me I care not for revenge but just personal peace. Thanks again my friend
Such peace issues forth from your valuable statement! Have an excellent weekend 🙏🏻🕊️
You as well my friend
Brilliant wordplay in the title alone. That closing image...“Let the hole drain and soon the pain will no longer be detected”...really stays with me. Such a vivid way to show healing through release. You wrote a living parable here, Soren. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
Thank you so much Tristan for your read and most generous words of encouragement they are deeply appreciated.
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