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Aristotle Poetics

Aristotle's  Poetics

Epic poets quite divine in seriousness of truth's glow,
In the world’s poetic distinctions compared to history,
In “Poetics”, Aristotelian logic did clearly show,
Poetry more divinely scientific than factual glory,
Poet truths outshine history’s particular knack for gory! 

For Brian Strand Contest

educationquintain (english)

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Joe Maverick

July 1, 2011 at 11:17 AM

Really appealing write Jhon, pleased to have chosen this to read today..

Robert A. Dufresne

June 25, 2011 at 7:50 AM

Aristotle is one of my heroes, John. The father of logic in my book. 'Thomas Acquinas used his methods in building on truth . Science and faith built on such is the only way to go. Ergo Aristotilean/thomism is COOL! Enjoyed yur poem.

Constance La France

June 13, 2011 at 1:43 PM

Poets thru time have written of history in poetic ways, wonderful poem, John, now regarding your blog, I totally agree with every word, however some wear false masks, they say one thing and do another , they judge with words and actions and then say, oh yes, I agree. with you.,John. . easy to say "do not judge," harder to do in reality ~~

Dinda Minardi

June 9, 2011 at 7:49 AM

Good one!! All the best fir the contest :)

Andrea Dietrich

June 8, 2011 at 9:47 PM

Yes, where would our history be without poetry? Thanks for sharing, JOhn, and thanks for your recent comment. LUv, Andrea

Carolyn Devonshire

June 5, 2011 at 12:23 PM

Dear John, there is a reason Aristotelian logic is still studied today. He was briliant! And I could agree more that poetry (thankfully) lacks the gore of historical facts. An awesome write and I'm so glad you took the time to look at the fish photos. I've shared fish with five families including Dane Ann's. Wish you lived nearby so I could share some with you. I've been praying you find peace of mind. Love, Carolyn

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

June 1, 2011 at 9:13 AM

beautiful essence in this piece Moses my friend.. a sure winning entry luv..and so much depth created in this one bringing attention to the 'masters' .. good luck luv..