Retired Souls In Rhyme Confide

I fear as I drip my word
Teardrops would be overheard
No verse shall set its rhythm or whine
I dread my anguish is seen as I rhyme
Whatever deep into my soul unable to mute
I wholly surrender to the magic of the flute
To bring the sublime into the mundane is insane
My world of poetry, in your glossary no word for strain
Blind to the divine truth we wander astray
Tempted by sick feelings we fall an easy prey
Of all the stages, one and only age
When the Self falls into the clutches of rage
Granted is the time to ponder and reap
What is sown of seeds of wonder so deep
I’m not the wise of these keywords beauty
Just an ardent learner of Mother Nature’s bounty 

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Hope inside shall reside
Faith can stand the whole ride
Pain to the word would subside
Brave hearts survive emotions tide
Retired souls in rhyme confide.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Lindley Avatar
December 1, 2021 at 2:45 PM
This to me is such depth, reasoning, wisdom and poetic insight as to be amazing! Yes and yes, enlightenment comes faster if we actively seek it-in our hearts , our soul and our writings. Poetry is the perfect medium for that quest. And you gave us a mastrpiece with this gem.. A fav, an honor to have found and read this beautiful creation. God bless...
Riabi Dziri Avatar
December 2, 2021 at 12:42 PM
When poetry flows through the veins, surrendering to the world of words is not vain.. so much blessed to have you read my humble poetry, Robert.. Thank you so much for all the great appreciations.. I highly value your great support and honouring visits.. My deepest regards and blessings.
Deo Avatar
November 25, 2021 at 11:30 AM
I re-read this poem with much profit; HOPE is mentioned brilliantly in light. At 50 I felt age with graying hair, poorer vision ... but a few years back, at 60, my health was at its best. Of course fasting, prayer, forgiveness ... all help stay healthy. Salaams my dear Sister
Riabi Dziri Avatar
December 2, 2021 at 12:25 PM
May Allah the Almighty God bless you with health, bliss and serenity.. Shall we ever stay humble and grateful to God for His Grace and blessings.. Thank you so much Anil for the honour of your visit and beautiful feedback! My deepest regards and blessings.
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November 20, 2021 at 6:10 PM
Brilliant and heartfelt poetry dear, Besma. The beauty of your soul pours throughout. You speak of wisdom my friend. "Hope in side shall reside" Lovely!!! Sending love and blessings to you and your family. Thank you so much for your charming comments on my poems. ~Charlie
Riabi Dziri Avatar
November 22, 2021 at 12:09 AM
The pleasure and honour are truly mine reading your wonderful and rewarding feedback on my humble words! Thank you so much, Charles for your graceful presence and kind words. My deepest regards and blessings.
Deo Avatar
November 14, 2021 at 8:31 AM
Besma, asalaamualaykum ramathallah wa barakatoh. Thanx for congrats on my little poem that made POTD. I wished for other poems, but as this poem says ... pain has many sources/parents, LOL! This line, 3rd from bottom, is great as is, but did U intend "world" for "word"? salaam and shalom-shalom. Anil
Riabi Dziri Avatar
November 14, 2021 at 11:42 AM
Wa alaykom afthal essalam.. that's my pleasure to give due respect to what my dear fellow poets and friends write of beauty.. that's what I meant, "Pain to the word would subside".. What is more sublime than poetry to alleviate a pain! Thank you so much for your great support to and interest in my humble poetry, Anil.. My deepest regards and blessings.
Proxenos Avatar
November 14, 2021 at 7:44 AM
I feel humbled dear Besma to know you and read your enlightened creative poetry -you are a wise and indeed astutely clever poetess who reaches deep into your soul and conveys to us your readers your richest of thoughts - the spirit of your poetry will forever grow with a profound intensity. Love hugs and blessings my dear poetic marvel and poetry sister. Jennifer.
Riabi Dziri Avatar
November 14, 2021 at 11:14 AM
Interdependent are our souls, soul sister Jenny.. We share the beauty, insight and Love that is inside our souls.. the honour and pleasure are all mine dear friend and poetess.. your kind and praising words rippled into my heart! So touched and delighted by your warm feedback sweet Jennifer.. always an immense pleasure reading your responses to my humble poetry.. My deepest regards and blessings. Love and hugs.
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November 13, 2021 at 8:18 PM
Amazing poetry, Besma, sometimes i believe we poets, not only see but feel the anguish that blights throughout the planet these days, just has those gone before did. You are so right, 'Whatever deep into my soul unable to mute'. You write it so well, so well in fact one can feel..A Fav for me also.
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November 14, 2021 at 10:53 AM
Words of thanks would not be enough to match the honour of your presence, the kindness and generosity of your words, the beauty of your soul.. Your genuine and elating appreciation is a reward I hold so dear.. I'm deeply humbled and grateful, Harry. Thank you so much. God bless you. My deepest regards.
Lawrence Avatar
November 7, 2021 at 7:03 AM
Deep and full of wisdom Besma. I have read it twice and am faving it so I may read your journey of the soul and faith again and again, learning more from every read. I love brave hearts survive emotions tide …. and just an ardent learner of Mother Nature’s bounty . I love the way you express your heart and soul. Hugs and blessings, Susan :)
Riabi Dziri Avatar
November 8, 2021 at 5:52 AM
We are on journeys that forge, build, enlighten, inspire and add a lot to thirsty souls oozing faith and beauty! You spread your wonderful spiritual feel and adorn my poetry path with your profound and poetic words! Thank you so much, dear Susan for such a great pleasure and honour. God bless you. Love and hugs.
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November 4, 2021 at 2:10 AM
Man is weak and easily fall, but God is merciful. I love the call of the lute. It urges you to repentance and with that you get faith and hope. A poem to read again and again for its sublime message. A fave.
Riabi Dziri Avatar
November 6, 2021 at 9:04 AM
My delight is truly immense as my humble poetry rewarded with such invaluable feedback ! Thank you so much, Victor for the honour of your visit and great pleasure of reading your appreciative comment.. My deepest regards and blessings.
Pandit Avatar
November 3, 2021 at 3:43 PM
Words of wisdom illuminate throughout, Besma. "Blind to the divine truth we wander astray--Tempted by sick feelings we fall an easy prey"... You said it well! And brilliantly you summarize in uplifting voice promise of hope and faith. I am saving this in my FAVES for its divine message.
Riabi Dziri Avatar
November 6, 2021 at 8:59 AM
So much pleased while reading your wonderful and elating response to my humble words.. I hold so dear your appreciations and uplifting feedbacks, dear Vijay.. thank you so much for the fave and for bringing a lot of joy into my heart! Deeply humbled! My deepest regards and blessings.
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November 3, 2021 at 3:01 PM
A very thought provoking verse Besma, love that line ardent learner of mother natures bounty. Tom
Riabi Dziri Avatar
November 6, 2021 at 8:54 AM
Always grateful for your ongoing support and appreciative feedbacks, Tom.. I highly value your generosity and kindness.. thank you so much! My deepest regards and blessings.
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