Could it be
those who censure know not consequences grim
who deem perfection above character distinct
is but prisoner of their desire, foible and whim
Could it be
that hatred’s birthed of ignorance, sciolism and ire
who feel individuality is but threat flung by rebels
no senses won’t adhere those who twist and fib
Couldn’t it be
that love and forbearing govern as sovereign state
credence in turn exceeds scruple, qualm and doubt
upon sensing thrum of stars, strip onus from heart
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I think those who censure are more likely to think only of themselves and hate all difference as a form of protection. Sadly everything now has a price and for the outcast and needy it is conform. Sadly the human race is faulty…thank heavens for poets who thrive on differences!
Indeed❤️ thanks for stopping by, Robin 🙂
I wonder if those who censure understand consequences of that to the person judged? I dont think so,m or they couldnt do it. I think they convince themselves they are “right” in order to avoid the guilty feelings. Thought provoking poem, Sanaa.
Thank you so much, Sherry ❤️ so glad you liked it 🙂
you have weaved such great questions in this poem… I hope the one that suggests that people do terrible things out of ignorance, and not out of hatred, is accurate. For the alternative is rather grim.
This is a very timely peace, Sanaa. ?
Thank you so much, Magaly ❤️ so good to see you 🙂
If only these judgement dispensers would leave it to God and offer kindness instead! The complex phrasing of your poem includes excellent questions and perfect suggestions: “love and forbearing govern” and “strip onus from heart.”
Thank you so much, Susan 🙂 so glad you liked it ❤️
I also believe ignorance is the root of all evil…i like to believe in ‘couldn’t it be……” an exquisite poem Sanaa…
Definitely 🙂 thanks for stopping by, Sumana ❤️
Agree with Sherry and Robin.. we are a faulty race indeed!
Thank you kindly, Rajani 🙂
It is far easier to judge than open our minds and see and accept difference – all too sadly..wisely written Sanaa.
I agree, thanks for stopping by, Jae ❤️
Fear is what the censor feels… it should be really easy to sit down and talk… to agree to disagree and share a pot of tea.
Most definitely ❤️ thanks for stopping by, Bjorn 🙂
Could it be that those who censure were once censured themselves? Could it be that their individuality was once quashed? Your questions raise more questions, Sanaa. I just hope we will get some answers one day. Love xxx
Hope so too. Thank you kindly, Kim ❤️
These lines are wow!!!
Could it be
that hatred’s birthed of ignorance, sciolism and ire
Humanity is but errors. Likely for us poets are bring a difference of all cultures. Humans should not hate one another, instead have time green tea and talk to one another. 🙂
Love this poem.
~Charlie Zero the Poet
Awww thank you so much, Charlie ❤️ so good to see you 😀
Very well written Sanaa. This really speaks to me in the way it relates to prisoners of conscience too.
Thank you so much, Xenia ❤️ so glad you liked it 🙂
Nice poem, love the photo of the carnation one of my favourite flowers.
Thank you kindly, Elsie ❤️ so glad you liked it.
Behind the censorship is fear ~ And I have no lost lost for those who twist and fib ~
Thanks for joining us~
Thank you so much, Grace ❤️ good to see you 🙂
Thought provoking indeed, Sanaa, and beautifully expressed. I like to think it is all about ignorance as that is a bit easier to accept.
Thank you so much, Michelle ❤️ so glad you liked it 😀
So well crafted! Your forms works so well here!
Thank you so much, Audrey 😀 so good to see you ❤️
Great thought provoking piece.
Thanks for stopping by, Arcadia 🙂
Oh if only it could be “that love and forbearing govern as sovereign state.”
Tis so that as humankind we (many of us) fail to see angels, seeing demons instead in those we deem different. We censure as control boosts our egos and we convince ourselves we are right, and division proliferates.
Hopefully, one day, love and forbearing will rule supreme.
Kind regards
Anna :o]
Most definitely ❤️ thank you for your thoughts, Anna 🙂
Strong writing, Sanaa.
Censuring others definitely is not the kindest thing.
Thank you so much, Mary 🙂 so glad you liked it ❤️
A beautifully thought provoking piece, Sanaa! Indeed, we must rise above all pettiness, hatred and ignorance..
Thank you so much, Panchali 🙂 so good to see you ❤️
I think it could!
Definitely ❤️ thanks for stopping by, Rosemary 🙂
The use of repetition works so well in this, especially with the counterpoint in the last stanza. Judgmentalism is so destructive.
Thank you so much, Victoria 🙂 so glad you liked it ❤️
A beautiful and evocative poem, Sanaa!
Thank you kindly, Jane ❤️ so glad you liked it 🙂
Could it be… a very evocative poem and poses questions that have rung out loudly throughout human history.
Thank you so much, Brian 🙂 so glad you liked it ❤️
Indeed, censorship and book burning, etc is built in fear. Excellent strong poem Sanaa. Very well crafted.
Thank you so much, Toni ❤️ so good to see you 😀
I think those who censure do so out of fear and insecurity which they are combating by wearing blinders. Thanks for a thoughtful poem.
Definitely ❤️ thanks for stopping by, Sue 🙂
Couldn’t it be that credence in turn
exceeds scruple, qualm and doubt
Credence is the ultimate in all dealings relating to the human side of things. One cannot accept dishonesty of any degree whatsoever!
Hank
Exactly so ❤️ thanks for stopping by, Hank 🙂
Interesting ponderings.
Thanks for stopping by, Sabio 🙂
It’s easy to fear and hate. Perhaps were just to lazy to attempt love.
Maybe so. Thanks for stopping by, Bryan 🙂
Beautifully haunting poem. If only we all were capable of such honesty and reflection.
Definitely ❤️ thanks for stopping by, Barry 🙂
Lovely!
Thank you so much, Annell ❤️ so good to see you 😀
Censure by sciolists genrally highlights their ignorance and prejudice, Sanaa…
Well penned!
Definitely ❤️ thanks for stopping by, Nicholas 🙂
Such an insightful poem!
Thank you so much, Sreeja 😀 so nice to see you❤️
“who feel individuality is but threat flung by rebels” is my favorite line. I like this poem very much.
Thank you so much, Sean 🙂 so glad you liked it ❤️