Arthur Vaso Poet Free verse

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Notes: Like most poems this is a work in progress. I confess this poem and the previous; “The Owl and the Crow” were indirectly inspired by the poet Ghalib. I say indirectly, because I am most certain, to grasp the beauty and meaning of some of the eastern poets, once has to listen to one who knows them and talks of them, for it is he who shall put wings to their verse. When you sit and talk with one who understand and has a passion for these verses, they come to life in the present. This is also the great joy, of learning of others and seeing the joy of humanity that crosses all bounds and continents.

Silent Lies

Silent Lies 

Silent lies
Silent tries
Silent deceptions upon the meek
Blaming Yahudi or any others of different speak
Whoever doesn’t subscribe to propaganda’s blubber

The gardens of Babylon had both fools and gardeners

False accusations
False assumptions
Defiling peace, a sad interruption
Deception is the tool of the propaganda’s fool
Silent lies, yet on and on do they try

The gardens of Babylon had both fools and gardeners

Hiding behind his many monikers and dark lit screens
Many of us are crying cause one of us is lying
Hate wrapped in well wishes
Love wrapped in ancient vendettas
Deception hiding in his own confessions

The gardens of Babylon had both fools and gardeners

While the sickness spreads upon her breast
Silent ones, wandering along the poetic path
Seeking brides with beauty to accept both cane and wrath
Deception and lies all dancing in the rain
Once bitten, most lovers know never to take that train

The gardens of Babylon had both fools and gardeners

Never praise the fool
Never kill the gardener
The ancients lost their wisdom
Repeat not the tribulations of the Iraq

The gardens of Babylon had both fools and gardeners

Silent lies, truth cries
Silent ghosts, phantoms dance
Deception mixed in romance
Fools mange the mirage of silent lies

The gardens of Babylon had both fools and gardeners

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Mohammad Yamin July 13, 2016 at 1:31 PM An awesome poem. I am glad I read it. I am inspired to read more of your work. Thanks Arthur vaso for your kind appreciation of my poem Termite of Time. You are very kind. -Mohammad Arthur Vaso July 16, 2016 at 10:06 PM Thank you so much Mohammad!

Jan Allison July 10, 2016 at 4:53 PM You open our eyes to the work of Eastern poets - i marvel at your creativity Arthur:-) hugs jan xx7 Arthur Vaso July 10, 2016 at 10:09 PM You are always a bright star in the night! Hugs!

Harry Horsman July 5, 2016 at 3:15 PM It is quite a journey and learning curve always, reading your work arthur. Arthur Vaso July 10, 2016 at 10:08 PM Very kind of you Harry, I am not as sure as you are but I appreciate the kind words!!

Tim Smith July 4, 2016 at 5:30 PM I confess I don't know much about this but it is beautifully written. Arthur Vaso July 10, 2016 at 10:08 PM :) thanks Tim

Alexis Y. July 4, 2016 at 4:43 PM Hi Arthur, You have composed a well written piece. As always I'm blown away by your talent, creativity and your boldness to write from your heart. A gigantic seven: -) Alexis P.S, The fact that you embrace other poets around the world just adds to your genius. Arthur Vaso July 10, 2016 at 10:07 PM Are you on my payroll? :) thank you so much!!

Gary Bateman July 4, 2016 at 6:24 AM Hello Arthur, A quite marvelous poem indeed here. You're right about the Eastern Poets. We have much that we can learn from them, in addition to the classical orientation with poets from the West. Excellent Work!! Best Wishes Always, Gary Arthur Vaso July 10, 2016 at 10:07 PM Thanks Gary, glad to see you back!!

Probir Gupta July 4, 2016 at 6:01 AM Well dealt with the theme in a big canvas with multiple features of the focus ... worth repeated readings ... Arthur Vaso July 10, 2016 at 10:06 PM Thank you so much Probir

Holly Bohto July 3, 2016 at 9:44 PM The fallacy of this society woven so well in reality. Arthur Vaso July 10, 2016 at 9:31 PM Thank you Holly!

CayCay Godwin July 3, 2016 at 9:38 PM Bravo, Author. I am impressed ... CayCay Arthur Vaso July 10, 2016 at 9:29 PM I only leave an impression because I am heavy, thank you!