the neglected kernel

the self apocalypse is hard, defying but worth it

We accuse the epiphany truth of abstraction,

yet we chase knowledge:

 the unveiled truth that was once abstract.

Loathing to roam in the lightless corridors of self:

we descend to survival mode.

Foolishly, we cut the celestial placenta

with the knives of hubris egos

to  declare the Sovereign of the universe,

yet immortality is out of reach.

Dauntless, we sail through the tangible space that surrounds us, yet we're still on the harbor of the inner noesis.

Hypocritically,

we berate ignorance to glorify the knowing

and callously neglect the insisting truth.

In moments of solitude,

revelation comes manifesting;

wearing the uniform of questions:

why we're here?

what's the purpose of life?

Well, forsake the survival mode;

venture in an introverted self tasting

 and wander into your neglected kernel to glimpse the truth.

Reviews

[Shane Mohamed]

An extraordinary description of a lost and troubled soul. I commend you. Thanks for sharing.

Shane

[fireblossom]

Would that more poets write of simple truths. Such a poem as this brings clarity and one hopes a readjustment of values. Springing from a kernel; yet what burgeoning fields are made from such kernels?

As always, I appreciate your exploration and demonstration of my heart language. What I take for granted you display in colorful tapestry. Thank you.

[Latifa]

thank you for your reviews

[Jamil Isimbabi]

TRUTH. ı couldn't agree more
''Foolishly, we cut the celestial placenta
with the knives of hubris egos
to declare the Sovereign of the universe,
yet immortality is out of reach.''.. as humans we are constantly plagued by questions why we are here, and thankfully RELIGION answers it. beautiful write up

[Namrata]

Foolishly, we cut the celestial placenta
with the knives of hubris egos
to declare the Sovereign of the universe,
yet immortality is out of reach.
This is beautiful poetry, nothing less. Your thoughts are fully embraced by your words. It is a great pleasure to read you. Keep it coming.

[TL Boehm]

Loathing to roam in the lightless corridors of self:
we descend to survival mode.
such an exquisite write. And it is how we live, isn't it.

[Latifa]

thank you once again

[Coyote Poetry]

You are a amazing writer. So many lines stood out in the amazing poetry.
"Well, forsake the survival mode,
venture in an introverted self tasting,
wander into your neglected kernel to glimpse the truth"
The above lines were my favorite. Sometime we must take chances. Better to be fearless than afraid of life and unknown. No weakness in the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Latifa]

thank you for the review

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome.

[Mike Defreitas]

Very interesting and very mature for a 22 year old. Nice writing!

[Latifa]

thank you for the review

[Mike Defreitas]

What do you do for a living? Poetry can't help but inspire the thought: "hmm, I wonder what this person does for a living?" Education, socioeconomic background - all those details relevant to CIA fact book. lol I'm saying this because you really are a deep writer - as in you've read a lot of philosophy I imagine. You must have had an interesting upbringing

[Latifa]

well, I study architecture, for now I'm just a student and I'll be graduating next year in 2015 inshallah.
I do take intrest in philosophy and spirituality alot because I think we're beyound flesh and bones. pschycology is very intriguing field as well, I love writers that deepen the meaning in their stories like paulo coelho.

[Mike Defreitas]

Cool...Mind commenting on one of my writings?

[Latifa]

sure thing, I'll be glad

[Ashira Macy]

I loved the contemplative narrative that this piece takes on. Written like a though process which makes it endearing. Great write!

[Latifa]

thank you for the review dear

[Norah]

What a profound piece of poetry! Perfect vocabulary as well...excellent job Latifa :)

[Latifa]

thank you Norah for your review

[Sami Khalil]

"In moments of solitude
revelation comes manifesting,
wearing the uniform of questions"

No answers without questioning the status qua, the mystery of the universe, the timeless manifestations. You have raised some wonderful ones here. I can tell you are a thinker. Bravo.....................

[Latifa]

thank you Sami for the review

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome muchly...:)................................