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Written: October 16, 2023 This Or That, Vol 21 Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Edward Ibeh Nobody is more dangerous than he who imagines himself pure in heart; for his purity, by definition, is unassailable. James A. Baldwin
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Shadows shroud the world and wicked looms There is a stronghold whenever chivalry blooms. It is solid and unmovable, a towering presence. A secure haven if everyone is at quintessence. Unaffected by the anathematization of outer world In your way, nothing impure may be hurled. It stays there, watertight and unbreakable. Beyond the decry of the earth's taints, unshakable No adulterant can taint its empyrean ground. Within its walls, only purity is found. Vividness and zeal, in every hue and shade, Dilute not the chroma, as fine purity is wade. No watered-down ideas, no pure erroneous Truth alone is pristine, eternal, and harmonious. It sustains its foundation in dignity and poise. Unblemished by wrongdoing, free of evil noise With laser-like focus, you defy the mundane. Its honor is immune from any taint of disdain. Static in an unassailable way, its saturation of caste A stronghold of acquittal, a haven of sanctity that lasts unassailable purity, a beacon of light, Steering calix souls toward what is right. In a world plagued by avarice and desire, It nestles as a vestige, a cosmic canorous choir. Purity is beyond simply a word or a name. However, an unquenchable goodness flame Within a world that tries to cheat and deceive. The unshakeable purity is steadfast; never leave.

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Date: 11/9/2023 11:18:00 PM
congratulations on winning! Well deserved dear Sotto! And i love that quote so true and profound! You’ve written a very deeply moving and powerful write with such brilliant metaphors imagery and rhymes .. and i agree with you purity is beyond a name place or word, it is way deeper. I love also the line “ With laser-like focus, you defy the mundane.” great reminder! Your wisdom can be felt throughout this poem woven in such eloquence! Your way with words always leaves me in awe! Loved reading ths
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Date: 11/9/2023 7:25:00 PM
BIG CONGRATS TO WIN TOP. ‘It stays….watertight and unbreakable… ‘No adulterated can taint… ‘Truth alone is pristine…. ‘ ….unquenchable goodness… Unique choice and composition of precise words. I am charmed. Blessings
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Date: 11/9/2023 11:36:00 AM
Lasaad, as always, an outstanding, eloquent write. Heartiest congratulations on your top win in my contest!
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Date: 10/17/2023 5:47:00 PM
Beautifully written! I love the calix part and chivalry... :)
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Date: 10/17/2023 4:49:00 AM
a powerful poem and masterfully written. Your grasp of vocabulary and the way you paint with it is your trademark, your artistic gift. The message in this poem is powerful beyond words. I agree with the last stanza absolutely. Reading it grounded me for the day, and I'm grateful to you for that. Have a joyous Tuesday, Sara
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Date: 10/16/2023 12:21:00 PM
Wise words and I thought similar to this contest.. I really like the flow and the message in your poem... the last stanza is excellent.. good luck in the contest.
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