Robert Lindley Poet Sonnet

Why Poets Are An Illumination In This Dark World

Why Poets Are An Illumination In This Dark World


Gifting poetic words, let the flow be of friendly act
and not darker falsehoods that so many fear to retract,
if honor and truth's justice abides to steel your bold charge
know that such aid is rewarded, with blessings small and large!
Wherein earthen rulers crack cruel whips and thus command
ill-gained fruits from miserable poor that hard work the land,
poets live to pontificate and Light's truth thus extol
dire penalties for evil, burning fires of Sheol!
Why write if not to deliver Love's magnificent heart
sacrifice gems of soul seeking grace and thereby impart,
life's lessons, to benefit this darken world's fallen blind
walk lit path, see goodness manifold, returned in kind.

Allow poets this noble quest to create gifts that may heal
Follow sage wisdom, send heart's purest joy to seal the deal.

Robert J. Lindley, 7-11-2018
Sonnet, (Inspired by Ngoc Nguyen's fantastic sonnet , titled- (Sonnet-"Poetic Justice")- As dedicated as a tribute to the fine  poet that inspired this new creation..



Syllables Per Line: 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 0 14 14
Total # Syllables: 196
Total # Words: 136

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Carole Duet July 14, 2018 at 10:07 PM What a wonderful poem, Robert! I especially like: "poets live to pontificate and Light's truth thus extol". Now that's a line I will remember. Robert Lindley July 16, 2018 at 8:48 AM Thank you my good friend. Very honored that you found this sonnet has merit and bring a bit of "Light's truth", in its verses and its overall message!

Besma Riabi Dziri July 14, 2018 at 3:48 PM My words could but bow to your outstanding gem of rarity! My humble comment cannot give due value to your outshining Sonnet! A great and brilliant recognition of poets endeavours on the path of Poetry! You have portrayed so gracious and glorious an image every genuine and generous poet deserves! Your Gem of Beauty is a FAV! Every single line is a pearl every poet can be adorned with! Thank you so much Robert for sharing your beauties, generosity and Love. Stay safe and blessed always. Robert Lindley July 16, 2018 at 8:46 AM Thank you my good friend. Your words are always so very insightful and keen! Thank you for sharing your exceptional poetry and commenting. Thank you for the fav....

Connie Marcum Wong July 13, 2018 at 10:11 PM This poem is a brilliant piece of wisdom wrapped up in a lovely package of amazing insight! I love it Robert! : ) Robert Lindley July 16, 2018 at 8:45 AM Thank you my dear friend. I am indeed very humbled by such generous and kind words coming from a poet of your gifted and high stature!

Harry Horsman July 13, 2018 at 3:02 AM Oh yes, Robert truly poetry of great inspiration. so many problems beset the world at the moment, your creation so powerful does and will help us all to battle on with the pen,which we know is far greater than the sword..just seen my mail from you..Thanks for your kinds words, i will duly reply. Robert Lindley July 16, 2018 at 8:43 AM Thank you my friend. You my friend are an exceptional poet and fine gentleman. Always a delight to read your fine poetry and kind comments.

Becca Teagan July 13, 2018 at 12:14 AM This is inpired poetry, very beautiful as always my friend. I'm in awe. Robert Lindley July 16, 2018 at 8:42 AM My great friend, you have made my day wit your kind comment. An appreciated gift from you, with your superb poetry talent, are such praise of this sonnet.

Freddie Robinson Jr. July 12, 2018 at 10:13 AM Much poetic truth artfully spilt in purposeful ink, Robert. A grand Renaissance poet you be, my dear friend. This sonnet was a joy to read. Love and peace always. Robert Lindley July 16, 2018 at 8:40 AM Thank you my friend. Your visit and your very kind words mean a lot to me!

Charles Messina July 11, 2018 at 5:33 PM This is such a wonderful write, Robert. I love the line "Why write if not to deliver love's magnificent heart" So true, my friend! All the best...Charlie Robert Lindley July 16, 2018 at 8:37 AM Thank you my friend. Always a pleasure to read both your fine poetry and your comments.