As For the Rich

As for (most of) the rich, Earth is Paradise while Heaven is Hell.

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06/12/2013
For: Broken Wings' "Monoku Form" Contest.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Miers Avatar
September 9, 2014 at 5:43 PM
'the class which has the power to rob upon a large scale has also the power to control the government and legalize their robbery' Eugene Debs right on.
Indi Avatar
February 10, 2014 at 8:31 PM
It is easier for a camel to enter through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter into the gates of heaven. You know reality.
Oyewole Avatar
March 5, 2014 at 1:23 PM
From Mark, you dropped wisdom which sure befits the above line. Thanks once more for the visitation, Asante.
Seal Avatar
December 25, 2013 at 6:11 AM
This my dear friend is an excellent observation, it's a pity we can't have more equality in the world, would be a better place. Hope you're having a wonderful Christmas. Take care, Richard
Oyewole Avatar
December 25, 2013 at 9:45 AM
Thank you richard for your excellent submission. Christmas is great here. Merry Christmas to you!
Dietrich Avatar
December 9, 2013 at 11:45 PM
oh yes, I LIKE this one!!!
Oyewole Avatar
December 10, 2013 at 8:52 AM
Thanks Andrea for your nice comment.
Inka Avatar
December 9, 2013 at 10:35 PM
So much is said in one line. It makes me think if more wealthy people adopted your philosophy the world could be a paradise for all, Well done
Oyewole Avatar
December 10, 2013 at 8:51 AM
Thanks Joe for your nice comment on my work.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 9, 2013 at 6:28 PM
put both lines on one line to conform with the monoku form and increase your chances for the contest. There is much wisdom in this poem.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 10, 2013 at 8:51 AM
You are most welcome.
Oyewole Avatar
December 10, 2013 at 8:49 AM
I will see to that. Thanks my good friend, Richard.
Mehta Avatar
December 7, 2013 at 5:29 AM
Lovely expression and true one, Ahafeez
Oyewole Avatar
December 10, 2013 at 8:47 AM
Thanks Dr. Ram for your nice comment.
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