Bible Basher
Short free verse.26 total reviews
Comment from Writingfundimension
'God complex under constructon' - Great satori.
Oh, this is just biting and clever enough to move the reader beyond a gut response. It offers the two perspectives in a very refreshing way, Shari.
Well done, as always! Bev
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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'God complex under constructon' - Great satori.
Oh, this is just biting and clever enough to move the reader beyond a gut response. It offers the two perspectives in a very refreshing way, Shari.
Well done, as always! Bev
Comment Written 27-Jan-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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THanks,Bev, for getting it. Not sure all readers did. sigh.
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You're very welcome, Shari.
Comment from barkingdog
I think you are the master of allitration on this site.
Again,this post has three:
-bible basher
-rave reviews
-complex under construction
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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I think you are the master of allitration on this site.
Again,this post has three:
-bible basher
-rave reviews
-complex under construction
Comment Written 27-Jan-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Thanks, Ellen. I always strive for this poetic device. Makes a difference for sure.
Comment from judiverse
Interesting approach to Bible Bashing. I liked the part about this guy not having time to answer the "rave reviews" on the content. "God complex under construction" is an excellent way to show that his views are incomplete. Like a building under construction. Problem with most of the Bible Basher types is that they have no sense of humor and are determined to force their thinking on society. I see that your reviewers have varying interpretations. To me someone who bashes is one who opposes. You've had some interesting takes on this poem. judi
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Interesting approach to Bible Bashing. I liked the part about this guy not having time to answer the "rave reviews" on the content. "God complex under construction" is an excellent way to show that his views are incomplete. Like a building under construction. Problem with most of the Bible Basher types is that they have no sense of humor and are determined to force their thinking on society. I see that your reviewers have varying interpretations. To me someone who bashes is one who opposes. You've had some interesting takes on this poem. judi
Comment Written 27-Jan-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Haven't I though. But you, my dear, got it right. Actually, this was aimed at a humorous writer who won a contest and never answered any reviews except the first one. That and the post made think he was arrogant. Hence the poem .
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I think we do have some examples of arrogance floating around. I'm sorry I didn't ame the "rave reivews" connection to FanStory. I usually don't read others responses to review, but I was interested in their interpretations of this poem. judi
Comment from Louise Michelle
Hm... me thinks I know what may have inspired this satirical piece.
I love the alliteration with: content, complex and construction. That really drives your point like a dagger to the heart so to speak.
And, if there were any doubts, the photo you chose emphasizes the strong emotion behind your message.
Nicely done,
Lou
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Hm... me thinks I know what may have inspired this satirical piece.
I love the alliteration with: content, complex and construction. That really drives your point like a dagger to the heart so to speak.
And, if there were any doubts, the photo you chose emphasizes the strong emotion behind your message.
Nicely done,
Lou
Comment Written 27-Jan-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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I suspect you do know, and I think you gave him a six. One reviewer had it right when she said it was long and he made his point long before the ending. I should have thought of that, but didn't even read the whole thing. Guess I'm not as open minded as I thought. sigh.
Comment from adewpearl
Perfect pairing of poem and illustration
excellent use of alliteration throughout
excellent proximate rhyme in basher/answer
I love the play on words in complex under construction :-)
An excellent satiric look at those who are a tad too annoyingly zealous in spreading the Word ;-) Brooke
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Perfect pairing of poem and illustration
excellent use of alliteration throughout
excellent proximate rhyme in basher/answer
I love the play on words in complex under construction :-)
An excellent satiric look at those who are a tad too annoyingly zealous in spreading the Word ;-) Brooke
Comment Written 27-Jan-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Well, in this case, the writer bashes God and the stories. But everyone seems to interpret is as a Bible thumper rather than basher.
Comment from Earl of Oxford
Terrific alliteration throughout this SO clever write, Shari
Maybe he/she didn't HAVE any real answers.
Brilliant play on 'complex'.
Thanks for the cynical fun.
Happy Sunday (don't forget Church) LOL. Ray
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Terrific alliteration throughout this SO clever write, Shari
Maybe he/she didn't HAVE any real answers.
Brilliant play on 'complex'.
Thanks for the cynical fun.
Happy Sunday (don't forget Church) LOL. Ray
Comment Written 27-Jan-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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You just had to get in that last line, Ray. The writer is an excellent one, but after reading this, I defanned him. I'm not a zealot, but I don't think it's right to bash someone's religious beliefs, But I'd never call Buddha a bastard.
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I agree, Shari, though I think it's quite right to 'bash' the bastards who damn me to hell, just because I'm unconvinced by a book of fiction. I know who'll burn first...and it WON'T be me, as I'm going with a fire extinguisher. :-) x
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Good idea, Although I don't believe in Heaven of Hell, just higher and lower dimensions of live after death.
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I'm certainly more swayed to your idea, Shari. Will you mind calling me 'Sir' when we get there? Haha. x
Comment from October21
Very thought provoking. I guess if one is busy bashing bibles they won't have time for anything LOL great humour poetry and brilliant selection of the very funny artwork:-)
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Very thought provoking. I guess if one is busy bashing bibles they won't have time for anything LOL great humour poetry and brilliant selection of the very funny artwork:-)
Comment Written 27-Jan-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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True. As my hubby would say, "If you're talking about me, that means you're not bad-mouthing anyone else."
Comment from visionary1234
Well I'll bible bash the bible bashers ANY old time, spits -and it looks like you're similarly inclined! You must have fun finding suitable art work! :)s
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Well I'll bible bash the bible bashers ANY old time, spits -and it looks like you're similarly inclined! You must have fun finding suitable art work! :)s
Comment Written 27-Jan-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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I do. I love google images. Even better, if I go through my own photo albums and find something there.
Comment from God's Writer
What freedom of speech my queen? Anymore there are no freedoms unless one conforms. But to what or whom? They conspire daily to take our preciously lost freedoms. Thank you for being som frank.
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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What freedom of speech my queen? Anymore there are no freedoms unless one conforms. But to what or whom? They conspire daily to take our preciously lost freedoms. Thank you for being som frank.
Comment Written 27-Jan-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Thanks,Erick. I deleted the notes about freedom of speech becasue people focused on that instead of the poem.
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That is what the poem is about my queen. At least they read your notes.
Comment from 4tulips
I am glad you selected this piece to be under satire poetry. The sarcasm you used to expose some people's good intentions to gain followers to their faith. But we must remember people can pretty much say what they want. But it us that have the choice to listen to these people. If no body where to listen then they would have nothing to say to the general population. So whether it be a Bible thumper or anyone else who believes something and want to inform others of it, they each have their right to say what they want. Satire will always take its own stand against what is already been said or done.
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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I am glad you selected this piece to be under satire poetry. The sarcasm you used to expose some people's good intentions to gain followers to their faith. But we must remember people can pretty much say what they want. But it us that have the choice to listen to these people. If no body where to listen then they would have nothing to say to the general population. So whether it be a Bible thumper or anyone else who believes something and want to inform others of it, they each have their right to say what they want. Satire will always take its own stand against what is already been said or done.
Comment Written 27-Jan-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2013
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Amen,Tulips LOL Thanks for the insightful review.
