This poem emphasis upon speaking gently. By speaking gently we can attain the spiritual power of rule. Treating someone harshly is a kind of moral sin which can devastate our good deeds. Speak gently is the best way to train a child and win over his love and trust.
Speak gently! -- 't is a little thing Dropped in the heart's deep well; ….thank you for this beautiful reminder.
Be gentle everywhere with everyone anytime it's great character of human; great to read
I learn this poem in school but lose the words. I thank you for publishing it. I search and I search but could not find it. I was 12 years old when I learn it now I am 70 years thank you for posting it.
Actually I can’t understand that why does the poet says that affection voice is kind
I am so amazed at this magically written poem. I'll give an 8 rating.
From young to old, from poor to rich, gentle and kind words have their magic cast on all of them.We can change the world through our gentle way.Yes, I agree that this poem deserve much higher rating.
This is a superb poem written so elegantly. Each stanza gave the message on the how to lead our life for peace and happiness in our environment. I congratulate the poet from the bottom of my heart. Thanks for sharing! I fully agree with Kim Barney, it deserves more than 10.
Excellent poem with an excellent message. Deserves a much higher rating than the 6.5 out of ten given by the 51 voters so far!
You are absolutely right, Kim, from me this poem gets the myriad stars in our galaxy, please count that for me, thank you, Kim
Beautiful, it is indeed a poem to be read daily, by all. May I add a last few lines of A Credo to join hands with yours. Teach your soul Loving Kindness to all As credo! Panmelys 2014 Peace be with you for sharing such glowing words as an example to cherish. Kindly.
One of the most enduring messages for man. Let all religious discourse begin with this magnificent poem. I quote a few lines: Speak gently - let not harsh words mar / The good we might do here! / Let no harsh tone be heard;
This poem needs to be read every day like morning prayer. Gentleness will seep in.
like it this is one that i might want to read again, , later in life
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Great precious message in this Classic Poem Of The Day. Congratulations to the family of the late poet. Top Marks!