Damn You, Adam

Adam’s Garden yeilds a tree Grown from the roots of Hell Rare Forbidden fragrant fruit On golden branches; Rapture fell But Adam stepped one fig away From Satan’s dying Curse This world remained a Paradise And Eve escaped the pain of birth! No ghastly storms for Noah With Arc afloat in driven rains No frantic fear of drowning Forty nights and some odd days Cain would not slay Abel No Tower found in Babel Seeds of Life were never planted Generations never born No Sins in need of repentance Nor Judgment days in Heaven To receive their final sentence The highest price was paid For Adam's abstinence
Contest - Reinvent, Reimagine, Revamp by Just That Archaic Poet Inspired by his poem - Damn You, Eve
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Maverick Avatar
March 18, 2016 at 2:59 PM
A thought provoker here Karen, well done on the win..'
Macfarlane Avatar
April 14, 2015 at 8:01 PM
An excellent write and win! Hugs
Khan Avatar
July 22, 2014 at 7:16 AM
You've written the whole tale beautifully Karen..I know this all,I've read it as i'm a Muslim..very well done my dear Friend! Have a good day! :)
Khan Avatar
July 22, 2014 at 7:18 AM
I'm sorry but I didn't like the title :(
Vaso Avatar
April 20, 2014 at 3:43 PM
I guessed it was about this Adam! A very beautiful poem loved it!!
Anglesey Avatar
April 20, 2014 at 10:18 PM
I appreciate your kind remarks. Thank you !
Loving Iii Avatar
February 1, 2014 at 11:24 AM
I have to see his now.
Anglesey Avatar
February 1, 2014 at 12:02 PM
I really liked his version of Eve; I took the opposite point of view :)
Watson Avatar
January 31, 2014 at 6:41 AM
The title drew me in . The poem captured my mind . Your talent made me a fan. Thank you.
Anglesey Avatar
January 31, 2014 at 11:10 AM
Thank you for the comment and compliment :)
Thirtyseven Avatar
January 1, 2014 at 9:03 PM
A well penned poem, deserving of it's accolades. Well done, and may 2014 see many more.
Anglesey Avatar
January 1, 2014 at 9:04 PM
scott, appreciate the kind remarks. Looking forward to a great 2014 :)
Boyd Avatar
December 29, 2013 at 8:22 PM
Karen- thank you for your welcome. I am new to this site and I haven't written a poem in decades. I am coming out of my writing closet, only to find that there are warm and friendly and encouraging people like yourself. I loved this poem..IF ONLY..yet I feel paradise right now...still.......barbara
Anglesey Avatar
December 29, 2013 at 11:26 PM
Barbara, I hope to see more of your work. I very much enjoyed your first poem! Thank you for commenting ...Happy New Year :)
A   Avatar
December 24, 2013 at 1:24 AM
Karen, , Guess what? , The end of the year is approaching :) and there's no way I'm letting this year end, without dropping by with SMILES and CHRISTMAS CHEERS. Thank You for making this a great year for ALL OF US. --- May magic fill your days and all your dreams come true this holiday season. MERRY CHRISTAMS <3 Love Linda -The Sweetest Poet Destroyer
Anglesey Avatar
December 24, 2013 at 3:02 PM
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year :)
Breidenthal Avatar
December 19, 2013 at 1:22 PM
Very well written and an entertaining poem to read. Love the flow and the message. Always, Laura
Anglesey Avatar
December 19, 2013 at 1:24 PM
Thank you Laura, always appreciate your sweet comments :)
Kelley Avatar
December 16, 2013 at 10:18 PM
Interesting satire...very well written
Anglesey Avatar
December 17, 2013 at 11:52 AM
Thank you for the nice comment. :)
Glover Avatar
December 9, 2013 at 8:48 PM
I think Eve is the be-damned because she ate of the apple first. Regardless we are born sinners, forgiven by the blood of Christ. This is a most unusual poem, but written with class. You are and outstanding poet and this poem proves it. Good Job.
Anglesey Avatar
December 10, 2013 at 10:15 AM
Lynn, will we ever really know ? Thank you very much for your perspective :)
Hunter Avatar
December 3, 2013 at 10:05 AM
Love the title...haha. I think it's awesome!
Anglesey Avatar
December 3, 2013 at 3:51 PM
Thank you for the kind comment!
Melugin Avatar
November 28, 2013 at 1:06 PM
Great pin flowing with gold ink Karen!
Anglesey Avatar
December 3, 2013 at 3:52 PM
I appreciate your nice comment. Have a great day :)
Hendricks Avatar
November 21, 2013 at 12:30 AM
Geez, I'm blown over by your rhythmic style, not to mention your wit. I see you bagged the top prize with this gem. Well done, my friend. Licia :-)
Anglesey Avatar
November 21, 2013 at 8:51 AM
Licia, thank you very much for the great comment :)
That Archaic Poet Avatar
November 20, 2013 at 12:04 PM
A well-deserved win; you blew the rest of the competition out of the water with this piece. Thanks for participating, K <3
Anglesey Avatar
November 20, 2013 at 12:06 PM
Amazing inspiration from an amazing poet :)
Haick Avatar
November 13, 2013 at 10:15 PM
Congratulations on a well deserved win Karen! Awesome! Love, Annalise
Anglesey Avatar
November 20, 2013 at 12:06 PM
Annalise, thank you for commenting :)
Dua Avatar
November 13, 2013 at 3:16 AM
Hello Karen ! Congrats on your fine and deserving win ! : ))) ..... <3 Saanvi :p
Anglesey Avatar
November 13, 2013 at 8:31 AM
Saanvi, thank you :)
Dietrich Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 11:27 PM
AHA. you got FIRST place. Magnificent, sweetie!! Congratulations.
Anglesey Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 11:43 PM
Honored to be in your league. Loved your entry. Thanks a bunch :)
Ligon Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 9:13 PM
The fate of man in Adam's hands.... I love how this is written. Congrats, Karen!
Anglesey Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 10:14 PM
Juliet, I appreciate your kindness :)
Adams Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 7:35 PM
i loved this when i first read it and knew it would do well in the contest...you penned an excellent piece my friend and got a very deserving placement! Congrats on your big win :) hugs
Anglesey Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 7:50 PM
Sandra, thank you so much for the glowing review. I love your writing and inspiration :)
Deschler Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 7:24 PM
A very powerful poem, Karen! This was a well deserved first place win! Congratulations!...Thank you for the kind congrats on my poem! :)
Anglesey Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 7:49 PM
Hi Kelly, your awesome writing makes me feel a little pale sometimes. You rock and thank you :)
Fisher Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 3:55 PM
I hoped this was going to be a winner. Way to go in the contest.
Anglesey Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 3:59 PM
David, thank you very much :)
Macfarlane Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 12:42 PM
Karen, congrats on a creative and clever write! I want you in my corner on judgement day! Hugs
Anglesey Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 12:44 PM
Hi Cecilia, thank you very much, but I probably won't be much help on judgment day ...ha ha
May Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 10:46 AM
congrats on a great win Karen
Anglesey Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 10:47 AM
Thank you for the acknowledgement :)
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