Robert Durney Poet Sonnet

For the Brave

For The Brave

Rush quickly to me my sarcastic wit,
My heart's weak battlements are under siege;
For the world torments me as it sees fit,
Unrelenting to thee my faithful liege.
Bring sharpest of words to aid in my war,
That the loss of so piteous a life
May be reflected in its final score
To say bravery housed within was rife.
O Muses armor, truest pen to hand,
The stage is set and curtain call is nigh;
Before blood spills upon this dying land,
My words on wings must climb into the sky.
   Before my words become a faded thought...
   I'll shed the tear for which I've bravely fought.

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Ghairo Daniels August 19, 2026 at 6:45 AM Excellent sonnet on Courage, Robert ! I love the final couplet & you’ve titled sonnet well. Know that the nature of Courage changes as we change. ThkU for sharing > I enjoyed this read today. Sending blessings to you & keep writing., Ghairo.

Beata Agustin August 14, 2026 at 12:36 AM Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Welcome to Poetry Soup. I welcome you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.

Lin Lane August 10, 2026 at 6:45 AM Hello, Robert. You've posted an excellent poem as your introduction to the site. You have a firm grasp on vocabulary and demonstrative emotions. I look forward to reading more from you.