Forgivess

When letting go...

Forgiveness....................By Sami Khalil

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When thinking of letting go:

Forgiveness come to mind,

over engraved dates,

or planted roses 

that sway in pounding hearts,

even with stabbing thorns.

It has no drafted metaphor,

no hanging confinement,

in dawn's eyes,

no damnation of hollow

faces in moral outrage.

Speaking of letting go:

Eclipses take place,

over spinning cycles.

Circling hawks will

seem so distant,

in festering fear;

that spirit animal.

History is clothed 

in borrowing shadows,

privileged to the victor.

So, write your narrative,

fitting for good intentions,

in silent goodbyes.

Leave all in the dust bin of loss,

meant to free all along.

When contemplating forgiveness:

Speak of buried swords! 

Reviews

[lightsong]

I always say that the hardest is not to forgive someone, but to forgive Your own self, in Your poem I saw two things, first a drama I watched few years ago under the same name (Forgiveness), the amount of inner human emotions in this drama is very deep, very dense, it speaks of two lovers whom got married, the wife cheated on her husband, though he did forgive her, but she couldn't forgive her own self, and they got the divorce, the second thing, I see something beyond, something of Wars and how the fighting groups can or can't have forgiveness to each others, I feel a raging tune through Your words that actually wants... needs to convey its message.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! So true and well articulated dear poet and friend. Both cases are good examples. Both cases it can happen. How many nations were bitter enemies in history and now they are allies. How many husbands or wives forgave each other. Very hard to do but in changing circumstances and with good wills, they are doable. Thank you so much Light for your light.

[lightsong]

anytime my friend :)

[lightsong]

if You are interested, it's a Syrian drama, the intro of the drama got so much popularity, the composer Iyad Al Rimawi is a one golden fine composer, one who can reach and touch the deepest emotions inside us with a sheer magical touch,

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ZfM3xOLG-9E

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Thank you for that.

[Sami Khalil]

Just checked it. Very nice and moving. Good lyrics. I hope he can become like Muhammad Abd Al Wahab as a composer....

[lightsong]

Thank You so much for checking it out my friend, he is qiute famous here, he has a very special style.

[Sami Khalil]

I love it...

[lightsong]

I'm glad You do :)

[Sami Khalil]

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[Lydia Shutter]

If only the world would bury its swords....if only. Too often damnation is in the heart instead of forgiveness. Another good one, my friend. Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

So true and well articulated. It is hard indeed and takes a lot of steps to reach that point. Forgiveness also releases us to total freedom and control over our thoughts and emotions. Thank you so much dear friend and artist.

[Coyote Poetry]

Powerful and worthwhile words shared my friend.
"History is clothed 
in borrowing shadows,
privileged to the victor."
The above lines. True and honest words. This is our world. Thank you Sami for sharing the amazing poetry. I enjoyed this one.
Coyote

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you so much Coyote Poetry for this amazing review and kind visit. All true.

[Coyote Poetry]

I saw the dead cities after the war. Broke my heart. Winner celebrate and the loser rebuilt. You are welcome Sami.

[Sami Khalil]

So sad and true...

[MsJewel]

To forgive is divine and many times easier said than done. Love the line about buried swords. Outstanding as always Sami :) Julie

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you so much MsJewel for taking the time and effort to review. Much obliged.

[MsJewel]

Always a pleasure

[Sami Khalil]

:)>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

[Alfred Kukitz]

thank you Sami for your elegant words but i can’t forgive my country. they left to many swords in the soil that rattle my soul.

regards,
al

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! I'm so sorry for all of that. Hate that it all happened. You know better. Thank you so much for your service and honesty.

[ms. barrie]

...When thinking of letting go:
Forgiveness come to mind,
over engraved dates,
or planted roses
that sway in pounding hearts,
even with stabbing thorns.
~
Sami: this simply breathtaking!! such an amazingly accurate tapestry of bitter betrayal...and the long journey towards complete forgiveness.

always in awe of your gift of word-weaving. your poetic garden is always an endless source of inspiration for me!
...and this poem is one that i’ll enjoy re-visiting

i thank you for sharing this gem with all of us

~ barrie

[Sami Khalil]

Woe! I'm honored as I honor you and your as a poet and friend. You are gifted indeed for it takes one to know one. Thank you so much for all. Glad to see you.

[ms. barrie]

you’re most welcome, Dear Poet...my pleasure to drink in this poetic wisdom you’ve penned.

my sincere thanks for your lovely words, you’re certainly appreciated! :)

[Sami Khalil]

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[Great Aunt Astri]

Love the imagery...engraved dates, stabbing thorns, borrowing shadows, dust bin of loss, buried swords. I think you are right, when you let go you have to forgive first (and understand your own hurt!). This may be an appropriate poem to read on Valentine's day (today!!!!!!). Although happily married, I will spend time today letting go of past 'loves' who still linger in my heart! Perhaps I had also better bury a few 'swords' that have clashed between my husband and me!

[Sami Khalil]

Hahaha. So true and well articulated. I'm so glad you are putting this poem in action where joy will be your reward. Happy Valentine's Day.

[Great Aunt Astri]

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[Sami Khalil]

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[Mrudula Rani]

It takes a long, long time even to contemplate forgiving... a monumental time Will be spent on analysis and accusations, distributing blame... taking at least some responsibility is needed before contemplating forgiving!!! Forgiving is a divine act and you have the perfect formula for that kind act.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! So true and well articulated beloved poet. You have spoken in truth and great perspective. Thank you kindly for all...

[Mrudula Rani]

It's entirely my pleasure.

[Sami Khalil]

:)................

[Sami Khalil]

"History is clothed
in borrowing shadows,
privileged to the victor.
So, write your narrative,
fitting for good intention"

Sami Khalil

[jacob erin-cilberto]

forgiveness can be so hard sometimes...your poem compels us to balance the ledger before the hawks circle...to die in peace...having forgiven...great phrasing in this...love the "History" part.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! So true and well articulated great poet. You have nailed it on the head. Thank you so much Jacob for all. Hope all is well...