The barrel, both carry
For filling up from hither end
And discharge from thither end
Both are reloaded and reused
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Great comparison of weapons used in war. One cutting through hatred, greed, corruption from the nib of a pen, the other cutting down humanity with bullets. Which is the more humane? Which will do the most good at getting rid of evil? Is the pen mightier than the sword? Can we poets make a difference or change the tides of intolerance and evil? Only time will tell as we continue to write our poems while others continue to kill. Use words wisely, praying for an end to the evil in our world. Excellent rhetoric depicting today's world and asking questions that need answers now. Thank you for sharing. RoseAnn
Used by both wise as well as fool Can the law overrule entire range? One is inherently silent, when The other is bound to make sound Beautiful comparison between the pen and the rifle.... both mighty weapons! Which is mightier is the only question! If rifle can cause a rebellion in the physical world, the other causes revolution in the mental realm!
Both pen and gun are tools capable of discharging irrepairable damage. That said at the end of the day they are just tools. Like all the evil in this world they are man made. It is unlikely that the gun can be used as a force for good but the pen certainly can. The problem is the man in control. This poem is written with sound reasoning. A most enjoyable read, another of your writings to focus the mind. Well done.
Thanks very much Jak, for your encouraging comment.