Babel, A Sonnet Comments
Oh happy he who in his ignorance
Can spend his busy days in fruitfulness,
Who has no third eye for the clues of chance
And builds a scaffold for his happiness.
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A fine Petrarchian sonnet, Linda. The Talmudic theme/Biblical story are seen through a very modern lens here. Good writing. With warm regards, Hugh
Great interpretation of the original fall Linda! Understanding is everything. 10 from Tai, loving a sonnet with a twinkle in it's eye.
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7/27/2025 5:17:42 AM # 1.0.0
Wasn't quite sure I got this one; too many interpretations came to mind. Still very lovely and mysterious piece of writing. -chuck I wish there was a tower, still, instead of just a sonnet I think I'd feel powerful to get to stand upon it.