The Poet Prophet

"I decided that it was not wisdom that enabled poets to write their poetry, but a kind of instinct or inspiration, such as you find in seers and prophets who deliver all their sublime messages without knowing in the least what they mean."
                       ~ Socrates
To me, a poet's a seer, Bringing down God's own message, Though to him, it may be unclear, The future's shaped on his page, Sometimes his cry will not be heard, Some people may mock at him, Sometimes none will believe his word, But he's inspired not by whim, A poet is a prophet rare, Heed him when he writes rightly, A note to all poets out there, Do not take your job lightly.
28th March 2023 For Constance La France's "Writing challenge - 'P' words" contest
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La France Avatar
April 3, 2023 at 4:16 AM
Joanna, excellent writing and thank you for sharing your poem with us in my Writing Challenge congratulations !
Andresen Avatar
March 30, 2023 at 9:48 AM
- Great poem, Jo :) - Congratulations on your win :) - hugs
Gayagay Avatar
March 30, 2023 at 6:33 AM
Congratulations, my friend, for this beautiful piece. Well-deserved win. I love this beautiful, beautiful line: "A poet is a prophet rare."
Lillico  Avatar
March 29, 2023 at 8:47 PM
Congratulations!!!
Alex Avatar
March 29, 2023 at 8:31 PM
This a very powerful writing, comparing a poet with a seer and prophet. A personal call is given to the poets at the end. Great writing. Congratulations!
Peck Avatar
March 29, 2023 at 1:40 PM
Oh, Joanna, a wonderful poem, and the quotes are beautiful, too. A wake-up call indeed. Thank you for the message, and congratulations!
Dietrich Avatar
March 29, 2023 at 12:28 PM
well, I am certainly no prophet. But it would be cool if I were! A beautiful thought here!
George Avatar
March 28, 2023 at 10:25 PM
Great wisdom ! Indeed a poet is a prophet with a vision and a mission. His self undertaken job has to be carried out with responsibility and integrity ! Love it, Joanna !
Mcintosh Avatar
March 28, 2023 at 2:50 AM
Brilliant! I simply love this one. God bless you. Love, Gina
Turner Avatar
March 28, 2023 at 2:49 AM
Very well written, Joanna. With a very wise message.
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