Dictums

Dictums                        by Sami Khalil

(An English sonnet)

Never before finer words of poetry

Twigged where love yet born upon dismay

Unveil silence by storm, youth’s coquetry

Evermore birthing urges of bashful play.

 

Myriad desirous things arise, slip away

The sun shall not be fair delighted of clouds

And man of his windfalls lingers in grey

Where love endures the worldly ways, rebounds.

 

Never before precluded one’s riches

Then being blind to merriments of such life

For odds and ends bind joy and pain’s stitches

If fullness lived in grace, peace knows no strife.

 

In true intentions attest to sanctums

Dreary are the souls void of love’s dictums.

 

 

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Sonnets are difficult, so I say well done Sami. You have to have a brave heart to attempt them. I'm a sucker for classic style poetry, so this meets with my approval. The Bard would be proud of you.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

OMG! I'm so glad to hear that dear poet and friend. As I told Margie, it is not everyone's cup of tea but I love it like yourself. I love all the classic poets especially Shakespeare.
I'm so thankful to you. See you soon.

[barleygirl]

Not my favorite way to read poetry, this Elizabethan style of phrasing, but I will give you a ton of credit for trying something outside your dots & putting your all into this authentic delivery (((HUGS)))

[Sami Khalil]

Whoaaaa! I will take that. And, I understand; not everyone's cup of tea. Thank you so much Margie for at least giving it a try. See you soon...

[Lydia Shutter]

Sami, your choice of vocabulary is absolutely wonderful! A beautifully written sonnet. Those who are not familiar with merriment, romance, and good times are the sad ones. Great job on the form. Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

Whoaaa! You are so right dear lydia. You summed it up marvelously. Honored by your visit. Be safe.

[andrew mitchell]

Awesome reading, a real work of art befitting a King. Excellent your Excellency.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! You are so kind Emperor Andrew. With humbleness, I bestow my sincerest thanks, with authority, I bestow upon you many good titles. With fame and fortune, you are blessed along with great character. Above all, talent.

[Coyote Poetry]

Amazing poetry Sami. You allowed the reader to feel every statement.
"Myriad desirous things arise, slip away
The sun shall not be fair delighted of clouds
And man of his windfalls lingers in grey
Where love endures the worldly ways, rebounds."
I loved the above lines and thank you my friend for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Sami Khalil]

OMG! Thank you so much Coyote for this wonderful review and kindness. I must honor you dear poet. God bless.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome my friend.

[Sami Khalil]

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

[Pryde Foltz]

They are sticks in the mud, for sure. Fantastic to read you:)

[Sami Khalil]

Whoeee! So good to see you dear poet. I'm pleased you are still with us. Thank you so much for the truthful comment and lovely visit. See you soon...

[Pryde Foltz]

Where are the folks? It does seem quiet in the cafe.

[Sami Khalil]

Not sure, but I noticed. We need to encourage them to read, review and reciprocate.

[Pryde Foltz]

I imagine folks are just busy. I always try to only post when I feel I can also make the rounds.Community does make poetry better:)

[Sami Khalil]

I totally agree. Same here.

[no tell writer]

Love this, words of wisdom and truth, so nicely written

[Sami Khalil]

Javajavaya! Thank you so much Katzie for the gracious review and visit to my page. Glad you like this form of poetry.

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

You taught me a new word, "coquetry," thank you for that. I enjoyed reading this well-penned write. tyfs

[Sami Khalil]

Whoaaa! I'm so glad you enjoyed this sonnet and that you learned something, even one word, which is enriching to our vocabulary. Thank you so much . Happy Halloween.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

All you need is love...(Beatles)
yes, we do need it.
otherwise our life is a void..."better to have loved and lost, than not to have loved at all"

I cannot write like this, Sami...
I am a flub when it comes to form poems, Sonnets etc.
I just spill.

nice write, Sir.
j.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! You are the master in your own way, sir. I love your summation on this poem. So true and well said. Thank you beloved poet for all. Lead the way....

[Pete]

wow. words to live by, truly.

Twigged where love yet born upon dismay

The sun shall not be fair delighted of clouds

Never before precluded one’s riches
Then being blind to merriments of such life

wonderfully crafted.

"Wealth is the ability to fully experience life.” - Thoreau

shakespeare himself would be proud. bravo ... :)

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! My sincerest thank yous Mr. Pete for the appreciation and value you bring. You are amazing too my friend. It takes one to know one. I appreciate you as a great writer and friend.