I Have an Aversion to Prejudice

I have an aversion to prejudice
Judging a pond without sampling its ice
Consorting with others eating large melons
Passersby judged as free men or felons

Women condemned as whores or harlots
While tormenting men turn the air scarlet
Then sit in the pews reserved for the saintly
Ogle the preacher’s wife ever so daintily

For judgement you see is a way to look down
On those, as they pass, on which you may frown
Knowing that god has made you superior
When in truth you couldn’t kiss their posterior

For consciousness doesn’t offer correction
Unless you can make a change of direction
That is, of course, dependent upon
How much of the ice you take from the pond
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Goldsmith Avatar
December 29, 2023 at 10:22 AM
Congratulations on being on the "100 Best New Poems" list for Soup. A powerful write. Have a great/wonderful day/2024 writing away.................
M  Avatar
November 17, 2023 at 12:41 PM
Congrats on POTD John!! Debx
Kelii Kekaula Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 10:35 PM
Amazing, the amount of ice that fits into a lonely preachers cooler--POTD cheers, John. Aloha, William
Parker Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 8:42 PM
My aversion to prejudice is my addiction to prejudice. Harlot Saints humble me. A terrific reminder as POTD, JL. :o)
Delaney Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 5:14 PM
Congratulations, John on being POTD. I agree sometimes we can judge too quickly and then we are the losers. SuZ
Volumes Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 4:41 PM
Excellent poem, and wonderful sentiment. Couldn't agree more, congratulations on it being acknowledged and rewarded. Best wishes SV
One Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 2:21 PM
Congratulations on POTD John.
Romios Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 2:10 PM
Love it! In its divine, totality. Congratulations .John.)) Celebrate today! Best Wishes, Pangie xxx
Slaughter Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 11:17 AM
There is some irony in this, John...isn't having an "aversion" to something sort of like being "prejudiced" against it? I'm with you 100% on this in any event. Congrats on POTD, as well.
Koplin Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 9:48 AM
Well said! Congratulations on you POTD!!
Anaya Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 9:48 AM
Congratulations on POTD John Lawless! You made me curious, stanza two, in regard to prostitute Saints. Mary of Egypt, Thais, Pelagia, Mary the niece of Abraham, and Mary Magdalene are prostitute saints of medieval legend Hildegard Von Bingen: Why She Is Important - Prostitute Saint Christine De Pizan. Emma of Normandy. Saint Catherine of Siena. Christianity is a religion that promotes repentance and forgiveness, and prostitute saints became the ultimate symbol of reconciliation. Interesting how everything has its purpose. Enjoy!
Baker Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 9:10 AM
Congratulations on your POTD, John. Enjoy your special day of recognition, my friend. Bill
Roper Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 8:50 AM
Love the first stanza, John. Congratulations on POTD.
Rodrigues Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 8:17 AM
Each person chooses their mindset and actions. Self-control and love of others brings abundant life. Some believe their lust brings happiness but it is not lasting, it is on the surface, never deep. Love that second line! Congratulations on POTD!
Wolf Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 7:54 AM
Judgement IS a way to look down, as you correctly wrote, John. But I'd say the judgement of this poem as POTD is looking up! Congrats, Gershon
Goldsmith Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 7:04 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. A powerful write. I find it best to let God be the one to judge. I had this the other day. A group I am in, a lady said, she judges people by their shoes. Really??? Yes Really... Have a great/blessed day with your wonderful win....
Lane Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 6:00 AM
I'll not preach to you, John because your lines indicate you already have the concept of bigotry, and I don't want to skate on thin ice. I'll just say, "Congratulations on having written today's choice for POTD.
Doll Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 5:43 AM
john, Great write. Congratulations on POTD
Allison Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 5:31 AM
Hearty congrats John I am beyond thrilled you got POTD for this gem, I've already seen barbs thrown at me yesterday but i will continue to ignore!:-) hugs Jan xx
Turner Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 4:21 AM
Congratulations John on POTD honors. My son would call you a bigot bigot. (A person who is bigoted against bigots) Have a great day my friend.
Allison Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 5:30 AM
lol love that comment DT!:-) hugs jan xx
Messina Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 4:05 AM
Great message, John. Congratulations on POTD!
Kaufman Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 3:26 AM
Hi John, Thank you for this timely POTD. It is very cleverly composed and enjoy the honor.
Kitchin Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 3:03 AM
John, a powerful poem, congratulations on POTD!
Andresen Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 2:38 AM
- "the pews reserved for the saints" are not without prejudice - the truth is that the posterior is equal for all people, John - Congratulations on your well deserved p.o.t.d. :) - hugs
Seeker Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 1:41 AM
Well said, John. Loved stanza two best ~ warmest congratulations on POTD
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