The Secret

 

The foolish are the rape of minds

Words thoughtless, words unkind-

Worthless clatter cannot be refined

Continually disgracing all mankind-

 

The elusive secrets of the wise

Patiently acquired, slowly enshrined-

Mighty secrets the foolish despise

In keeping of the silent mind-

 

The wise speak of seeking wisdom

The foolish think they have found it-

Do you seek the secret wise?

Or have you long since bound it?

Reviews

[Emily B]

I'm not sure wisdom is somewhere you get all at once. . . and knowing the right word to say and saying it are two entirely different roads.

I applaud the 'wisdom' behind your words. I think you've done an excellent job putting it all together. I can't suggest anything to make it any better. It sounds right to my ear. Great job, Doug.

[mick weller]

Neat...

[Emily B]

you are so far beyond your peers. . .