Epistemophiles
Knowledge reveals herself42 total reviews
Comment from Tina Crute
This is one of those point that you have to read more than once to get all the flavor out of it because it is so rich with flavor. After reading, I immediately thought of how, in the Bible, wisdom is often designated as a she. This is a great poem about how the search for wisdom me and you might sometimes have to reach beyond your means and get expelled from usual thinking. This is very interesting and I enjoyed reading it :-)
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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This is one of those point that you have to read more than once to get all the flavor out of it because it is so rich with flavor. After reading, I immediately thought of how, in the Bible, wisdom is often designated as a she. This is a great poem about how the search for wisdom me and you might sometimes have to reach beyond your means and get expelled from usual thinking. This is very interesting and I enjoyed reading it :-)
Comment Written 16-May-2019
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Thank you so much, Tina. I am humbled by your wonderful comments. You totally get it. Thank you so much.
John
Comment from MissMerri
I enjoyed this minute poem very much, JJ. I especially enjoyed your
slant rhymes in lines one and two, and in lines eleven and twelve. Good slant rhymes are not easy to do. Yours are excellent. I wasn't sure about the meaning of epistemophiles, so thank you for your author notes. (I couldn't find it in my dictionary, but I believe you're right.) Good luck in the contest. I like Minute poems. MM
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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I enjoyed this minute poem very much, JJ. I especially enjoyed your
slant rhymes in lines one and two, and in lines eleven and twelve. Good slant rhymes are not easy to do. Yours are excellent. I wasn't sure about the meaning of epistemophiles, so thank you for your author notes. (I couldn't find it in my dictionary, but I believe you're right.) Good luck in the contest. I like Minute poems. MM
Comment Written 16-May-2019
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Oh Missmerri, your words really touch me and I am very grateful to receive such high praise from you.
John
Comment from LG Wolfe
This is outstanding. I loved the way you incorporated Adam and Eve to culminate in the sin of...gasp...knowledge with that forbidden fruit. Personally I love those epistemophiles. The brain is the sexiest organ.
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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This is outstanding. I loved the way you incorporated Adam and Eve to culminate in the sin of...gasp...knowledge with that forbidden fruit. Personally I love those epistemophiles. The brain is the sexiest organ.
Comment Written 16-May-2019
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Thank you LG. LOL Yes the brain has its moments.
So glad you enjoyed this.
John
Comment from rjuselius
this is an intriguing piece of poetry dear lordinajamjar! this seems to have a pluralistic meaning to it as the words flow from different discourses.
thank you for sharing!
blessings and a super squeeze!
Rebekka x
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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this is an intriguing piece of poetry dear lordinajamjar! this seems to have a pluralistic meaning to it as the words flow from different discourses.
thank you for sharing!
blessings and a super squeeze!
Rebekka x
Comment Written 16-May-2019
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Thank you Rebekka. :) Yes there are different flows that ebb in and out of this verse.
Thank you for noticing and appreciating them.
John
Comment from catch22
Hello Poet, you've penned a fresh and provocative minute poem for the contest, with good end rhymes and excellent use of the form. I thought the message was worthwhile and original thinking. Why is a love of knowledge viewed as evil? I never understood this. Best in the contest.
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Hello Poet, you've penned a fresh and provocative minute poem for the contest, with good end rhymes and excellent use of the form. I thought the message was worthwhile and original thinking. Why is a love of knowledge viewed as evil? I never understood this. Best in the contest.
Comment Written 16-May-2019
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Thank you Poet. I agree knowledge is the key that opened the Eden gate. I always saw Eve as the heroine, one we should revere not revile.
Thanks
John
Comment from Janet Foor
Great Minute poem. The story of Adam and Eve in the garden in a clever and 'creative' format. Very nicely done and good luck in the contest.
Blessings
Janet
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Great Minute poem. The story of Adam and Eve in the garden in a clever and 'creative' format. Very nicely done and good luck in the contest.
Blessings
Janet
Comment Written 16-May-2019
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Thank you Janet. :)
So glad you enjoyed this.
John
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
Hi Lordinajamjar (and why not? LOL) - amusing name. Not seen you on FS before. A very cleverly written poem. I know there was a Series on TV a long time ago and wondered if this is what you're writing is about. Of course it may not be and could be read simply as a well written, knowledgeable piece of work. As a Minute poem it is very good and I wish you Good Luck in the contest - warm regards Dorothy
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Hi Lordinajamjar (and why not? LOL) - amusing name. Not seen you on FS before. A very cleverly written poem. I know there was a Series on TV a long time ago and wondered if this is what you're writing is about. Of course it may not be and could be read simply as a well written, knowledgeable piece of work. As a Minute poem it is very good and I wish you Good Luck in the contest - warm regards Dorothy
Comment Written 16-May-2019
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Lol Thank you Dorothy.
So glad you enjoyed my little poem. It is just a different point of view I wanted put out there. I am not familiar with the series you allude to but if there is one that shares my point of view I all for it. LOL
Thanks
John
Comment from Aussie
Once in a while an entirely different subject is written about. A breath of fresh air wafts through. Loved the illustration to compliment your writing. Knowledge is power. Some walk around with blinders on, missing so much. I thought your poem was just great.
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Once in a while an entirely different subject is written about. A breath of fresh air wafts through. Loved the illustration to compliment your writing. Knowledge is power. Some walk around with blinders on, missing so much. I thought your poem was just great.
Comment Written 16-May-2019
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Aussie, that is great praise indeed and I love your kind words. I just put it out there hoping some might see some merit in my words.
Thank you
John
Thank you so much.
Comment from WryWriter
The origin of knowledge comes to mind. A no brainer. Yet men still question the more they learn. And still, only a tiny bit of human brain is used. A very good read!
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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The origin of knowledge comes to mind. A no brainer. Yet men still question the more they learn. And still, only a tiny bit of human brain is used. A very good read!
Comment Written 16-May-2019
reply by the author on 17-May-2019
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Thsnk you Wry. :)
Your words are gratefully received by this writer.
Thank you
John
Comment from nomi338
The pursuit of knowledge is a fine thing. The problem is , someone looking to deceive could very well cause you to chase knowledge that does you no good. By leading you astray you waste time chasing a road or path that leads to nowhere. One has to develop the sense of what is valuable and what is not.
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2019
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The pursuit of knowledge is a fine thing. The problem is , someone looking to deceive could very well cause you to chase knowledge that does you no good. By leading you astray you waste time chasing a road or path that leads to nowhere. One has to develop the sense of what is valuable and what is not.
Comment Written 15-May-2019
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2019
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Thanks Nomi for your thoughtful review.
Much appreciated.
Best
John
