WISE HUMILITY

An achieving man must never lower himself to praise his deed,
For if he does, then only narcissistic vainglory words will show
But If another lauds and speaks, and as a witness doth precede
Then renown, as wildfire, will spread and all will come to know!

"Self praise is a pride and ignorance that seeks to condescend"
Say those who have the talent to utilise, but no ability to contrive.
And the foolish clever self-praising man will never comprehend
That no good shall, regardless of achievements, be recognised.

©Copyright January 19, 2005 by Anthony W. Pahl

This poem was prompted by the poem
"Considerations"
©Copyright November 18, 2004 by Colin F. Jones


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