Address To the Devil

Auld Clootie of corruption fame,
how smooth your fork-ed hiss,
deceiving hearts and tickling ears
with your sweet, seductive kiss.

Oh, master of enticement
how fragrant is your breath,
while whispering temptation,
condemning souls to death. 

And in this wicked world we're 
bound by your irreverent reign
'til heaven strikes a fatal blow
to your unhallowed name.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Pick Avatar
October 31, 2022 at 1:38 AM
I like this one it rings so true. I feel and hope that strike from heaven is not too far away.
Johnson Avatar
October 30, 2022 at 6:07 PM
Amen, indeed. Well spoken words to the devil. Believe me, he heard every word. Blessings to you, Thvia.
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September 18, 2017 at 1:07 AM
The greatest trick the Devil ever pulled was to finally convince an unsuspecting world that he had never actually existed at all. Then...Phffff! Just like that he was gone!! Love reading your poetry, Thvia. My very warmest regards. :) john
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January 17, 2013 at 7:47 AM
I love this, you have certainly put the Devil in the details.
Loving Iii Avatar
October 9, 2010 at 6:41 AM
i'm impressed. all great poets have a perspective of where they are in the universe. and you protray this well. John H. Loving III
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September 30, 2010 at 7:04 PM
hey, I have missed some new and great poems from you. Hope we can keep up with each other becuase you seem like a poet I will enjoy reading a lot more of! Luv, Andrea ps. I never gave the birdie finger to anyone in my life except to that damn woman who nearly killed me on the road!
Johnson Avatar
September 12, 2010 at 9:24 PM
Very good Thvia. Good luck in contest. Thank you for your comments. Love, Joyce
Sweetheart Avatar
September 12, 2010 at 4:31 PM
Excellent Thvia .. good luck in the contest... a masterpiece write my friend... my entry is "Trinity" .. enjoy luv..
Babcock Avatar
September 12, 2010 at 9:42 AM
Wow you sure picked the most evil. Good luck in the contest. I think this is a winning write. Thank you for dropping by and commenting on my poem. Have a great day. God Bless Phyl
Neels Avatar
September 12, 2010 at 8:05 AM
Wow, so much impact in your write Thvia, just love your last stanza, all the best for the contest :) Wilma
K. Avatar
September 12, 2010 at 7:38 AM
Oh wow, Thvia-- you sure got a winner with this gripping poem-- definitely a unique take on the challenge! Enjoyed reading it -- and super thanks for all your comments-- have to agree with Chris, lol here's another addict telling you--you be careful not to get too hooked here ;) & you should definitely write more writes in Scots (is that how you call it? sorry I'm not familiar) I sure enjoyed it and so do others ^_^ enjoy your day :)
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September 12, 2010 at 7:19 AM
great write! much imagination in this right!!
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September 11, 2010 at 7:26 PM
wow, this was an awesome read, enjoyed this one tonight..P.D.
Chrest Avatar
September 11, 2010 at 6:52 PM
My mouth is hanging open here in total awe...this was a remarkable piece...I wish you could hear my applause for I am sure I have just read a winner! Thank you for your kind comments on so many of my poetic efforts...much appreciated and so encouraging, in poetry, Dory
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