Words

The power of words

Words                       by Sami Khalil

Words are living things

when uttered or written

from the souls; vestiges of thoughts

rising above… flooding the river banks.

Upright the wires, you see birds

watching beneath sun-draped skies.

Words hide in masquerades,

in empty basements,

preserved in burlap sacks,

sewn from quilted fabrics.

Words' exhalations must become

exaltations of space,

of studied jewels reflecting the abyss.

The seeker for them looks in private mirrors.

The driver of them counts missing passengers.

The survival by them considers crowns of new kingdoms.

The speaker in them traces jagged lines.

Words are large fields, fertile and rooted,

when harvested, they undulate with life’s arcs,

as they linger in learning.

Words can be powerful weapons.

Words can be trusted guides.

Words can be needed medicines.

Reviews

[Dave W.]

Great poem, I like the line "Words' exhalations must become exaltations of space, of studied jewels reflecting the abyss." Flows very nice.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you so much dear poet and friend. Good to see you.
Have a nice Autumn.

[Sean M. Addams]

Love this piece. Imagery is perfecto great job on this

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy woooo! Thank you so much dear poet and friend for this lovely visit and comment. Good to see you back.

[Tan-90]

Every time I return for my periodic stint here on writers cafe, I look forward to the treat of reading your latest work. This one does not disappoint. Love it.

Words are such powerful living things that can transform everything it touches..

[Sami Khalil]

Wow
So good to see you visit and back on my page.
An honor. Thank you kindly for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us.

[MsJewel]

Your poem is absoultely brillant. You had me at the title - words - what poet could resist that title and held me captive through the end. I love the strength of your last three lines. Again, brilliant - but I would expect nothing less from such a talented poet. :) Julie

[Sami Khalil]

OMG! Coming from you is an honor to behold, a privilege to cherish.
I can't thank you enough for the continued appreciation and support as you would expect from me.
Missed you and your presence.

[Kelly Scheppers]

My dear Sami, you've obliterated every attempt I've tried in writing a review to this most accomplished piece. You always evoke admiration on every scale, no matter what form you master. I applaud you and thank you for your presence on these pages!

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy woooo! I'm blown away and inspired more by this gracious review and liking.
You are honored and honoring.

[Sami Khalil]

Thank you kindly for sharing!

[redzone]

where would we be without words?? Probably jumping up and down, beating our chests, grunting!! (As an aside, I think there are too many who still use this kind of "language"!!) But you Sami, are a wordsmith, crafting your words in sculptures and paintings that allow the reader to think and celebrate, to find meaning in existence, to feel, and to realize we are or can be human after all. Sometimes I find when having difficulty writing, it is not the lack of words, but that there are just too many of them. And none of them fit together coherently. You dear poet, seem to have no such trouble at all.

Sami, I think you have a Magic Pen!! I'm a bit jealous. Thanks for all the words you share with us!!
Curt

[Richard🖌]

Now, Sami....

What poet could possibly resist a poem titled "Words"?
Language has become so ingrained a part of us, we cannot think, feel, or communicate without the use of words to define and relate with everything we live and do.
Try thinking without words … it's quite impossible.
Still, it's a rare occurence to come across a composition of words that so lucidly and completely describes and elucidates what they are through the power of metaphor, imagery, philosophy, emotion, rapport, empathy, and living understanding dancing between writer and reader.
This is an amazing composition, considering you've used "Words" so skillfully to convey it all through the magic of turning them into emotions, feelings, and vivid mental paintings, containing the very essences of life and breath!

A virtual masterpiece of Free Verse poetry … love the skillful clarity and presentation.
Genuinely enjoyed, Sami … thank you! ⁓ Richard🖌

[Sami Khalil]

OMG!
Your words brings life to the dead, animation to the inanimate. You skillfully sum up the power, influence and relevance of words.
You masterfully touch on the building blocks as you share your poetry as the modern bard of language.

[Sami Khalil]

Thank you kindly for all.

[Richard🖌]

With ultimate delight, Sami, I serve as best I can.

It is I who thank you for so highly honoring me. 🙏

[Sami Khalil]

My pleasure. See you soon around.

[Lydia Shutter]

I saw myself running through a field of words....being enveloped by them. Private mirrors evade me unfortunately....are you hiding them? LOL I want to "Linger in Learning" always. Without learning, we are stagnant! Your poetry is always varied and interesting. Lydi***

[Sami Khalil]

Hehehe! I do hide them for special occasions. Lol
Learning is a must; be the eternal student. Not sure about a lover though. Thank you kindly for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us.

[Shimmy]

Words have a life of their own , holding the power to inspire, heal and transform. This beautiful poem pays homage to the incredible ability of words to bring about transformation and change.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Your words are so true and well articulated. Thank you kindly for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us.

[Linda alexander]

Words can ignite the fire of anger and can end in a tragedy or can solve problem or cease the fight. Great job poet Khalil. Thought provoking poem

[Sami Khalil]

Javajavaya! I agree wholeheartedly dear poet and friend; they can be an arrow or a balm to soothe the savage souls.
Thank you kindly for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us poet Linda

[Linda alexander]

Huwwa man from mars . Huwwa moo man from mars. Ana women from venus

[Sami Khalil]

Hehehe.......