Elizabeth Wesley Poet Rhyme

War and Peace

Some consecrate the carnage
Of war and infantry;
Or the argosy of navy’s
Crusading far at sea.
Battles have their triumph
When the gun is in the glove,
But the pageantry of war
Can't replace that crush called love.

For love holds more than power
It invades the soul within;
While the slaughter of mankind
Is extrinsic in its sin.
So, then my heart must follow
To the one who waits for me,
And the silence that's between us
Gives peace eternally.

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Stephan McBride October 28, 2022 at 6:03 AM This is so sad the wars, but the unseen war over ones spirit and soul is what matters, this world can not touch what God can place inside, love and God bless you

Terry O'Leary February 19, 2016 at 8:26 AM An interesting dichotomy!! Well done!!!

Daver Austin May 12, 2015 at 11:38 AM Where has one of my favorite poets gone? I hope you are well, dear Liz. - if so, kindly drop a line. Love, Dave Austin

Mohammad Yamin January 21, 2015 at 1:35 PM An amazing poem, Elizabeth. I have commented on it earlier. I could not resist visiting it again. It is really a splendid work- one of my favorites. Happy New Year! Love. -Mohammad

Joe Maverick December 20, 2014 at 3:28 PM Really really good work as always Lizzie, I am getting a little time, so thought to look you up..'

M. Hussain Effendi December 10, 2014 at 5:24 AM Hello Elize, it is been too long since I visited the soup, and yours is the first poem I wanted to read. This is such a splendid piece of work here, I am glad I read it. Hope you are well.

Mohammad Yamin November 27, 2014 at 1:45 PM Dear Lizzi, What a wonderful poem I have read today! Thanks for sharing. No doubt what love conquers with serenity and peace without shedding any blood is much greater and much honorable than what war has ever achieved. Great. It is wonderful to see your heart-warming comments on my poem Life. I am grateful to you for your lavish words of praise. You have always been so kind. God bless you. Love. -Mohammad

Terrell Martin November 9, 2014 at 8:57 AM Pure unadulterated beauty of a poem young lady. Thought I'd drop in and see what's new and so glad I did...you're as awesome and talented as ever. I also posted something new if you care to take a peek some time..."Home's Not a Place but a Thought." Cheers m'dear & blessings, Terry

Rajat Kanti Chakrabarty October 22, 2014 at 9:38 AM Nobody in winner in war. The winner and the loser die the same death. Only in love both parties win. Good poem .. loved it elizabeth--------rajat

Liam Mcdaid September 29, 2014 at 5:42 PM love makes this crazy old world go around beautifully penned piece

Lucilla Carrillo August 25, 2014 at 10:13 PM Lizzie; this is a beauty of a poem. people should make love, peace and not war. Love is what moves the world. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla

Mohammad Taha Effendi August 9, 2014 at 12:18 PM Love the way you have weaved words into such a beautiful poem. And with such a meaningful message for all of humanity, especially given the countless wars we have engaged ourselves in. Indeed, love does hold more than power! Thank you also for your words of appreciation for my poem "Legacy of Errors":)

Lucilla Carrillo July 8, 2014 at 2:24 PM Elizabeth; This is a very well written poem. Love holds more than power. People should make more love and not war. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla

Terrell Martin June 22, 2014 at 7:29 AM Dear Lizzy, I've been away from PS for too long and after reading this poem it feels like coming home again. It's wonderful to see that you haven't missed a beat of that soulful sound emanating from your dear deep heart.. You're truly a treasure and I thank you for another jewel of a love poem! Peace, Terry

Mohammad Taha Effendi May 22, 2014 at 11:41 AM So lovely to read your poem after a long time, Lizzy. Your poems are always so inspiring and full of meaning! Keep inspiring us, pleeease!:) Luv

Ravindra K Kapoor April 20, 2014 at 12:25 PM How long you will keep us waiting for your next Poem my dear friend? Hope to see you back soon with your amazing lucid Poems. Love and best wishes always...Ravindra K Kapoor

Connie Marcum Wong March 19, 2014 at 8:03 PM Your last stanza holds such deep meaning and gifts us with wise words to ponder. An inspiring poem penned with your usual talent for reaching the heart. Blessings

Laura Breidenthal March 19, 2014 at 5:10 PM This is an amazing poem. I always enjoy reading your work... Always, Laura

Aejaz Zafar March 17, 2014 at 4:14 AM Soooooooooo lovely!!! Thanks for sharing it with us.

Funom Makama February 28, 2014 at 11:03 AM Absolutely brilliant. Thanks for making my day. I have found it pleasurable to always begin the weekend with Poetrysoup because poets like you and poems like this do not disappoint. Have a lovely weekend

John Loving Iii February 28, 2014 at 10:17 AM If he only knew you like I know you.

Mohammad Taha Effendi February 3, 2014 at 11:17 PM I've only just started using poetrysoup again and I knew that a treat awaited me at your threshold. A beautiful poem this is with a very powerful message for humankind. Love it!

Joe Maverick February 1, 2014 at 5:46 PM Lizzie-you done good girl...' great smooth, home hitting write here..!

Lucilla Carrillo February 1, 2014 at 11:21 AM Elizabeth, this is a beautiful poem and I agree with you. Your last stanza says it all. Thanks for sharing.... Lucilla

Ravindra K Kapoor January 31, 2014 at 8:30 AM Your Poem is the most beautiful thing of 2014 Elizabeth. A great unexpected but most pleasant surprise my friend for me and for all your friends. We all welcome you my dear Poet and I am so happy to see you here on this great platform of PS. I am looking forward to read some of the most beautiful Poems of your in time to come. Love and best wishes always..Ravindra K Kapoor

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