The Robin and the Sparrow

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Oh if I were a true poet
one that could write a good rhyme
I would compose a few ones
and earn myself a dime.
 
Why, I'd write about man's folly,
as the robin said to the sparrow:
"Why are men so stupid
their minds so clouded and narrow?"
 
The sparrow cocking his head replied:
"They accumulate facts and lies,
Little caring about their true intent,
Alas, they are not really very wise."
 
The robin looked at his red breast,
remembering a Man on a cross,
how He bled, and sighed and suffered
all because of man's grace loss.
 
The sparrow nodded and smiled.
"Wisdom is not acquired by knowledge, my friend.
It comes when in our lives we've failed
and when we truly try to comprehend."

Copyright © | Year Posted 2023



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Date: 11/5/2023 2:21:00 AM
:) Praying 4 wisdom is one of "the secrets of..." you know what I mean. :D
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Date: 10/14/2023 4:15:00 AM
Beautiful conversation, Victor:)
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Date: 10/13/2023 9:03:00 PM
Amen, my friend love this poem, blessed are those that have failed and seek a higher power to reveal the true truth, wisdom and knowledge not recognized of the worldly mind , May God bless, comfort, guide and fill you with His peace, love, spirit and joy in abundance: )
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Date: 10/13/2023 5:15:00 AM
Words of wisdom, Victor. Great analogy, my friend...and great poet!
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Date: 10/12/2023 9:29:00 AM
Nice conversation between the two birds Vic. The process for gaining true wisdom is highlighted in the first several verses of Proverbs chapter two. It all begins with a reverential fear of the Creator
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Date: 10/12/2023 1:50:00 AM
Iv been missing out i guess, i see you’ve been posting alot, another excellent poem, and i must say that opening really drew me in! So good! I love how creatively you’ve written this conversation. Its so unique and it is a poem worth getting all the accolades! Another one of your excellent writes
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Date: 10/11/2023 9:33:00 PM
Oh Victor, you are a truly great poet, this is one of the very best poems that I have ever read! I love it, it is so true! I agree, humans are not very wise, sadly, too smart for their own good, not all that wise unfortunately. This is a fave for me!!
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Date: 10/11/2023 9:51:00 AM
I just love their conversation about the humans. Wise words said in the 4th & 5th stanzas! Enjoyed very much.
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Date: 10/10/2023 11:12:00 PM
A poem upholding a great truth. Wisdom is gained through comprehension. Enjoyed this story of the sparrow and the robin.
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Date: 10/10/2023 8:36:00 PM
Robin and sparrow beautiful birds . Wisdom does come
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Date: 10/10/2023 6:37:00 PM
So true my friend. Humans are to busy trying to outdo each other and can't be bothered by life.
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Date: 10/10/2023 6:10:00 PM
Conversation of the wise!
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Date: 10/10/2023 4:08:00 PM
Who is the one who is called ' bird-brained." I don't think that applies to the birds, in this case, Victor. A beautiful poem penned by a great poet. It's a fave for me. Take care, Old Duck.
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Date: 10/10/2023 4:01:00 PM
Very well said, Victor. Sound, sage advice. Blessings my friend.
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Date: 10/10/2023 3:37:00 PM
I love this charming dialogue, and the wonderful wisdom it holds, Victor. This is a fave. :)
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Date: 10/10/2023 3:32:00 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H74FBgOZTDw beautiful words , you may like this song :)
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Date: 10/10/2023 2:26:00 PM
You've got some very wise birds in your neighborhood, Victor. Loved the poem and the message, my friend. A FAV for my list! Bill
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Date: 10/10/2023 1:11:00 PM
This is a really nice anology, Victor. Also great rhyming and story.
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Date: 10/10/2023 10:24:00 AM
Victor, this is a beautiful poem. Knowledge and wisdom are not even somewhat comparable concepts in any way. A powerful exchange, and a message that was well conveyed.
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Date: 10/10/2023 10:10:00 AM
so beautiful story, full of wisdom and science, thanks Victor
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Date: 10/10/2023 6:53:00 AM
Yes, wisdom is truly totally different from knowledge for sure. I like that last stanza for sure and true wisdom comes from God through the Holy Spirit. Thanks for sharing this one and for stopping by my page. I like the flow, rhythm and rhyme of your work as well. Sara
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Date: 10/10/2023 6:48:00 AM
A deep write, Victor, superbly penned, in your inimitable style
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Date: 10/10/2023 6:01:00 AM
Oh, if only you realized that you are a true poet. Victor, your message has a much greater impact because of its personification. I see a robin, normally associated with Spring, thinking his thoughts are so important that he stands in the snow to share it. Poetic prowess! Faved
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Date: 10/10/2023 5:51:00 AM
A potent conversation, Victor. A message well delivered.
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Date: 10/10/2023 4:41:00 AM
Beautiful words of wisdom Victor. I truly enjoyed the spirited conversation between these two wise little birds. Love and Hugs
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