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Meekness

I had lunch with an old friend today
A man I have admired for his humility,
All pastors could learn from his humble way
It would foster an atmosphere of civility.

Few in leadership, I’ve observed, are meek
A characteristic found in the best, although,
A trait most view as synonymous with weak
Though the Good Book says that’s not so.

Written October 4, 2022

Copyright © L Milton Hankins | Year Posted 2022

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Shirley Hawkins Date: 10/4/2022 10:51:00 PM The meek shall inherit the earth. Humbleness is not subservience, as some people wrongly take it for, unfortunately. Lovely Quatrain, Thank you, Milt. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/5/2022 8:33:00 AM Thank you, Shirley. You are so right!

Bill Baker Date: 10/4/2022 9:50:00 PM A truly humble person, I become in awe of their presence. A wonderful feeling and inspiration. Your blessed to know him, as I'm sure he feels the same about you, my friend. Bill Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/5/2022 8:34:00 AM Thanks, Bill. Yes, it is sort of a mutual admiration society!

Sam Kauffman Date: 10/4/2022 4:30:00 PM The meek really do leave their signature on our hearts and footprints on our souls. Very lovely and very poignant Milt. Many thanks for sharing with us. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/4/2022 6:13:00 PM Thank you so much, Sam, for your thoughtful comment.

Becky Forbes Date: 10/4/2022 1:00:00 PM Your rhymes are so natural and unstrained. You make it look easy, sir. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/4/2022 1:35:00 PM Thanks so much, Becky. You see, most of the time I think in rhymes. I don't know why, but it surely comes in handy!

Paul Callus Date: 10/4/2022 10:19:00 AM Well written Milton! Good leaders are those who lead without fanfare! ~ Regards // paul Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/4/2022 11:00:00 AM Thank you so much, Paul. That is true!

Michael Tor Date: 10/4/2022 9:57:00 AM It is wonderful to have a friend like this Milton. You do him honor by recognizing his trait and sharing. Meekness is a great quality to have. Glad you were able to meet and get together... Im sure he was a "True Friend." Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/4/2022 11:00:00 AM He is, Michael. I will always consider him my pastor.

Caren Krutsinger Date: 10/4/2022 9:02:00 AM The good book knows what it is talking about. This poem is proof of it. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/4/2022 11:00:00 AM Thank you, Caren.