Something to Read

Cherry

By luigi_pagano

Tue, 25 May 2021
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There is a book that I have not read
whose first edition I'd like to own.
I am told that it is crammed with tales
that are interesting and well known.
 
I wonder if it's copyrighted
and why owners have different names;
sometimes it's said to be Gideon's
but often belonging to King James.
 
Perhaps I am becoming confused
hearing some parts are apocryphal
but I'm assured that it is all true
although selectively doctrinal.
 
The marketing must be very good
as millions of copies have been sold.
It is a number one best-seller,
a miracle for something so old.
 
Authorship is another puzzle
that is bound to give me a headache;
it's important to know who wrote it
because the royalties are at stake.
 
To a writer it must seem strange
that this book is saying to the world
something so evidently clear:
that in the beginning was the Word
 
 
 
 
© Luigi Pagano 2021

 

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Submitted by Mark Burrow on

Nicely done

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

Thank you, Mark, for the comment and the accompanying cherry.

Best, Luigi.

 

Submitted by Tom Brown on

They say the Book is the Word of God I believe it too.

Good! Tom Brown

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

I know you do, Tom.

Kind regards, Luigi

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

God is called the Word because he reveals himself and all we need to know, A library of many books, but consistent - many human authors, but one divine Prompter/Inspirer to make known the way of life. Rhiannon

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

I am much obliged for your comment, Rhiannon. I have become aware of your religious beliefs through your writings and accept that your faith is steadfast and of great comfort to you. I am sure that you are equally understanding of other people's views which are different from yours and alien to your convictions. 

Kind regards, Luigi.

 

 

Submitted by marandina on

Cleverly done, Luigi

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

Much appreciated, Paul. Thank you.

Cheers, Luigi.

 

Submitted by Insertponceyfre... on

Very clever Luigi!

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

Thanks, Claudine.yes

Cheers, Luigi x