The Pursuit of Profundity

     The pursuit of profundity
         prior to simplicity 
            educes sterility

      Mere simplicity
         sans profundity
           precludes fecundity
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Tor Avatar
February 27, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Gershon your deep Profundity message is so witty and clever my friend. The relationship between the words were so cleverly selected by you and a great message was shared to the reader. Thanks for the thought and effort in this clever thought of yours...
Greenhough Avatar
February 26, 2025 at 3:58 PM
I enjoy the roundabout words with their enlightening ending.
Lawless Avatar
February 26, 2025 at 12:07 PM
yeah, what he said....
Rodrigues Avatar
February 26, 2025 at 5:05 AM
You are so good at modern day proverbs!
Williams Avatar
February 26, 2025 at 4:05 AM
Dear Gershon,your poem is a beautifully balanced and thought-provoking piece! The interplay between profundity and simplicity is captured with elegance, and the word choices—educes sterility and precludes fecundity—add a rhythmic sophistication. A concise yet profound reflection on the harmony needed for true creativity and meaning...Maria
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