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It is always sad to see old men ignore the wisdom of youth and abuse their powers like tyrants.

Right and Wrong

When youth speak
listen

Wisdom is in the listening
not the age

A Greek tragedy
is the murder

Of a young flower in bloom
evil dwells in the garden of Eden
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018


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Date: 11/5/2018 5:43:00 PM
Their thirst of knowledge is refreshing
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Date: 11/5/2018 6:07:00 AM
Yes it does , the death of a flower is always a tragedy. We live in a harsh world, we got to do everything we can to preserve innocence , seed and bud. Thank you for sharing your tenderness.
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Date: 11/4/2018 12:17:00 PM
Sometimes we learn important things when we listen to young people. What they say matters -- they are the voices of tomorrow's leaders. Beautifully expressed, Arthur. Hugs, Carolyn
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Date: 11/4/2018 10:50:00 AM
I really appreciate your thoughts on the wisdom in young people, Arthur- there are not many "innocent" youngsters around today- they grow up as voyeurs of the often horrific acts of adults. Some make the decision to never become like that, and their experience makes them speak out against abuses. Wonderful insight from your pen!
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Date: 11/4/2018 10:14:00 AM
So very thought-provoking. Perhaps young or old, he who prays for wisdom is wise already.
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Date: 11/4/2018 9:23:00 AM
Although wisdom is acquired with age, since there are many years of one's experience.. There are exceptions to the rule.. One can also be a wise person in his or her 's youth. Depending upon their growth. A lovely couplet, my friend.. Penned perfectly! Beautiful picture!! Blessings to you..
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Date: 11/4/2018 6:48:00 AM
"An old man often has no other proof that he has lived long than his age" - (Quote by: Lucius Annæus Seneca) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 11/4/2018 4:32:00 AM
Great Advice...It's all around...waiting for you to react...Nice write Arthur
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Date: 11/4/2018 4:28:00 AM
excellently and rightly written
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Date: 11/4/2018 3:03:00 AM
I agree lol not all wisdom is with the old - they just think they know better. :-) hugs Jan xx
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