poem

Poetry (derived from the Greek poiesis, "making"), also called verse, is a form of literature that uses aesthetic and often rhythmic qualities of language − such as phonaesthetics, sound symbolism, and metre − to evoke meanings in addition to, or in place of, a prosaic ostensible meaning. A poem is a literary composition, written by a poet, using this principle.
Poetry has a long and varied history, evolving differentially across the globe. It dates back at least to prehistoric times with hunting poetry in Africa and to panegyric and elegiac court poetry of the empires of the Nile, Niger, and Volta River valleys. Some of the earliest written poetry in Africa occurs among the Pyramid Texts written during the 25th century BCE. The earliest surviving Western Asian epic poetry, the Epic of Gilgamesh, was written in Sumerian.
Early poems in the Eurasian continent evolved from folk songs such as the Chinese Shijing, as well as religious hymns (the Sanskrit Rigveda, the Zoroastrian Gathas, the Hurrian songs, and the Hebrew Psalms); or from a need to retell oral epics, as with the Egyptian Story of Sinuhe, the Indian epic poetry, and the Homeric epics, the Iliad and the Odyssey. Ancient Greek attempts to define poetry, such as Aristotle's Poetics, focused on the uses of speech in rhetoric, drama, song, and comedy. Later attempts concentrated on features such as repetition, verse form, and rhyme, and emphasized the aesthetics which distinguish poetry from more objectively-informative prosaic writing.
Poetry uses forms and conventions to suggest differential interpretations of words, or to evoke emotive responses. Devices such as assonance, alliteration, onomatopoeia, and rhythm may convey musical or incantatory effects. The use of ambiguity, symbolism, irony, and other stylistic elements of poetic diction often leaves a poem open to multiple interpretations. Similarly, figures of speech such as metaphor, simile, and metonymy establish a resonance between otherwise disparate images—a layering of meanings, forming connections previously not perceived. Kindred forms of resonance may exist, between individual verses, in their patterns of rhyme or rhythm.
Some poetry types are unique to particular cultures and genres and respond to characteristics of the language in which the poet writes. Readers accustomed to identifying poetry with Dante, Goethe, Mickiewicz, or Rumi may think of it as written in lines based on rhyme and regular meter. There are, however, traditions, such as Biblical poetry, that use other means to create rhythm and euphony. Much modern poetry reflects a critique of poetic tradition, testing the principle of euphony itself or altogether forgoing rhyme or set rhythm.
In an increasingly globalized world, poets often adapt forms, styles, and techniques from diverse cultures and languages. Poets have contributed to the evolution of the linguistic, expressive, and utilitarian qualities of their languages.
A Western cultural tradition (extending at least from Homer to Rilke) associates the production of poetry with inspiration – often by a Muse (either classical or contemporary).
In many poems, the lyrics are spoken by a character, who is called the speaker. This concept differentiates the speaker (character) from the poet (author), which is usually an important distinction: for example, if the poem runs I killed a man in Reno, it is the speaker who is the murderer, not the poet himself.

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  1. J

    Closed Diagnosed with parkinson's disease (sickness poem)

    Losing Me...Finding Me © Gabrielle Kruger Published: February 12, 2017 I look in the mirror and the person I see Is someone who used to be me. That person was strong and healthy, rarely ill, And her energy was endless; she never sat still. Then one day she disappeared behind my face, And a...
  2. P

    Closed Reverse poem: where is the love (by zoe lau, joyce lee, tiffany tsang, mona fung 3t)

    Where is the Love? reverse poem There's love and care I just can't find the place where Everything can be bribed with money I believe that Everything comes from the heart Please don't believe that People donate money to charities just for fame I am pretty sure that There is true love on...
  3. P

    Closed The root of all evil (pag usapan natin to)

    From the Famous book of Robert T. Kiyosaki in titled Rich Dad, Poor Dad Both of the said sentence are true, but which is which? please explain briefly their differences “The love of money is the root of all evil." or “The lack of money is the root of all evil.”
  4. P

    Closed Reverse poem: what's your choice? (by winnie yip, tanika rai, jasmine lam, tiffany mau)

    What's your choice? whats your choice? to be or not to be? being a troublemaker is easier than being a peacemaker We believe that we can, without thinking Be under the Pretense of rulling Blinded by the list of money Awfully arrogant and hatefully heartless Can we ever refrain from being...
  5. P

    Closed Reverse poem: "life" (by clarissa lam, cherrie wong 3l)

    Reverse Poem "Life" Life is to be treasured. Do not think that, Life is desperate It’s always true that, human’s hearts are hideous and cannot be trusted is a lie, and human’s heart are full of warmth I realize that this may be a shock, but Happiness and hope is the engine that...
  6. S

    Closed "hanggang sa"

    "Hanggang sa" by: me Ang sarap magmahal ng taong kahit hindi forever ay mamahalin ka nya "hanggang sa", mamahalin ka nya hanggang sa kaya nyang hawakan ang kamay mo, kapag naglalakad kayong dalawa. Hanggang sa kaya ka nyang halikan sa harap ng maraming tao ng hindi nahihiya. Hanggang sa, kaya ka...
  7. M

    Closed Question

    Should I left those questions unanswered again? Or again, I will wait in vain? Should I ever let you walk away? Without knowing why you're leaving anyway? It's so hard to ask As my aura is forming a dusk So foggy, like I must whisk So suffocating like wearing a mask Can I ask you what is...
  8. P

    Closed Reverse poetry

    pa suggest po for edition, para po sa girlfriend ko, pirst time mag effort ee, yours truly po ito ang laman ng puso ko magtiwala ka mahal kita pero nagsisinungaling ako huwag kang maniwala na habang buhay ikaw ay mamahalin ko habang buhay ikaw ang iibigin ko habang buhay ikaw ang...
  9. 6

    Closed Take care.

    I saw you in the midst of a neon lighted room Selling jokes to your ****** That grin waved quivers on me No doubt the best thing i saw tonight Nothing else is constant than this moment We exchanged hellos and names I am sure that i am not in my best self I wish you met me when I’m whole...
  10. 6

    Closed Touch.

    After it You flicked a switch, I opened a window. You cranked up the radio, a song About loneliness was playing. I liked it, So I stayed, silent in the hall, Listening to the thought Of walking out– A busy road, Never to return. I dreamt so vividly, those first Few nights, Aftermath...
  11. T

    Closed Desiderata

    Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and ignorant; they too have their story. Avoid loud and...
  12. S

    Closed "one last convo"

    Para sa mga gusto ng magmove on One Last Combo so, wala ng "Hi, goodeve, kumain ka na ba? " kasi sa tuwing isesend ko to? siniseenzoned mo lang pala. dun na tayo kung bakit mas pinili kong itula, sabihin sayo yung mga salita ng patugma, oo, kasi sa personal ang hirap nitong bigkasin, yung...
  13. P

    Closed Untold love

    Untold Love I have a friend that I loved most, Her smile is as sweet as a rose, With glamorous and gentle pose, Ideal for gentleman's choice She is my only one bestfriend, And I love her more than a friend, I like when she touches my hand, Especially when I am sad I am secretly loving her...
  14. M

    Closed Mother earth

    Mother Earth, our home and love, With everything from up above. We should treat it with love and care, Respect and honor, we all must share. The world we live in is not all good, There is great darkness in our livelihood. The dirt in air, in water and in land, Are all made by the human hand...
  15. M

    Closed Young heart

    Tremble not, young one The dawn shall raise it's head And the lost will find their way back home Far away from the of the dead The wind will lash And the storm shall blow At your restless weary heart. The branches will tuck you in the deepest sleep Let in not break you apart And though your...
  16. T

    Closed Patulong po!

    Pagawa nga po arcostic poem tungkol sa GLOBALISASYON. tnxxx
  17. M

    Closed Redemption

    All my dreams are shattered hopes Dashed upon the rocks below Tried to save them with frayed ropes But then I was much too slow. Next, I plead guilty to glee And relief hidden inside From seeing those worse than me With shame, I wish I could hide. Oh, but now, I wish I could Be contented...
  18. E

    Closed My precious pearl

    It's surprising that once again my heart is singing I feel so old, and I am really tired of waiting But coming up with this piece of art is amazing I can feel it through this poem, I am in love again. Writing a poem is my special way of expression I can only write to a few number of persons...
  19. M

    Closed Rupture

    Surrounded by all she wanted Her life was perfect, miseries long forgotten What she possessed was the epitome of picturesque Her oasis was flawless, magnificent But not everything was made to last For her world began to ***** like glass Down, down she spiraled Unable to fly for her wings were...
  20. M

    Closed Like a star

    Like a Star Treat me just like the stars above, For those who wants to reach and wish to have. For everytime i fall, a wish will come true, Hoping that one of those who wishes was you. Treat me like a star, For i am always from afar, Sparks that's missing from your sight Behind the clouds and...
  21. M

    Closed Like a star

    Like a Star Treat me just like the stars above, For those who wants to reach and wish to have. For everytime i fall, a wish will come true, Hoping that one of those who wishes was you. Treat me like a star, For i am always from afar, Sparks that's missing from your sight Behind the clouds and...
  22. M

    Closed Donuts

    Circling a donut We drink with a cup of bitter words Reheated for too long in our rut On bowls and plates of dessert We're too careful not to fall Into the hole in the middle So let's hide how hollow we all are In the lies of our hurt Nothing was ever here Without that taste, so sweet Stuck to...
  23. P

    Closed 10 word poem challange

    Hi mga ka PHC post nyo 10 word poem nyo Eto yung akin Life is an ongoing uncontentment that no one will survive. Post na guys!!!
  24. M

    Closed The seed

    I planted a seed And roots sprouted from it Slowly, leaves started to grow And fruits began to overflow I gathered its fruits Happy with my loot Engulfed by a sense of greed That sprouted from a single seed Shaken from my stupor I searched in my core Deep inside, I haunted For a hidden...
  25. H

    Closed You are my star

    This one's for my crush for more than a year now. Lol :) Admiring from afar Courting in secret Wishing for my star My prayers to keep it You are my star In the safety of my dreams You are my star Beauty gazing for what seems Like an eternity Too fearful for speaking Too nervous for flirting My...
  26. T

    Closed Bintana

    BINTANA Ako'y nakatingin sa bintana, Bintana kung saan marami kang makikita, Bintana na sa loob ay may taong nag-aaruga, Bintana kung saan sarili ko'y di na makita. Ika'y isang tula sa aking panaginip, Umaawit na para bang nang-aakit, Tila tala sa langit, Na mahirap abutin kahit ipilit. Pero...
  27. M

    Closed The pluviophile

    Standing in the middle of the street Illuminated by the pale moonlight streaks Is none other than a solitary girl One whose interests go misunderstood by the world She never fit anywhere Always the extra puzzle piece either here or there Considered to be a black sheep So for friends she did...
  28. L

    Closed Pusong sawi

    "PUSONG SAWI" Ang pag sunod sa’yo ay di maiwasan Lalo na’t tungkol sa’yo ang pinag-uusapan Pag tingin ng mata ay pilit iniiwasan Sapagkat pag nag simula na ay kay hirap pigilan Tinitingnan ang mga nakaraang larawan Pero ito’y nasasapawan ng mga panghihinayang Kaya’t minsay tumitingin na lng sa...
  29. L

    Closed Why do i keep falling in love with you

    Why Do I Keep Falling in Love with You Why do I keep falling in love with you even though you stop loving me but still I do Why do i keep falling in love with you Even though the way you treat me is as cold as blue Why do I keep falling in love with you even though my heart is broke into pieces...
  30. L

    Closed Awit sa tenga

    Tuwing umaga, habang hindi pa gising Naalimpungatan sa tinig ng iyong himbing Bago bumangon sa pagkaka higa Hinahanap ka upang ikaw ang unang makita Unang ginagawa ay tumawag sa telepono Upang makapag sabi ng ano ho? Bagong gising, hindi pa maka rinig Pero nag sisilbing pang gising ang iyong...
  31. H

    Closed Boat

    Ang boat Kapag binaliktad "Taob"
  32. J

    Closed Pa establised ulit

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  33. K

    Closed Untitled

    Tears fall down Even though I try to smile like a clown I can't contain it -- this feeling of unease Now you're gone, my heart is like a jigsaw puzzle with a missing piece My sky is so dark It's like I'm being torn apart I thought that without you, it would be easier But it's the other way...
  34. S

    Closed The man who can't be moved char

    Naisipan ko lang po ishare yung gawa ko :) di po talaga ako bihasa sa ganito dahil nasulat ko lang ito nung mga sumunod na araw bago nya ako iwanan. Salamat po sa pagbabasa Wala ako maisip na title, sorry sa mga typo :> "Ang tayo, noon" by: Dogemon Bago ko sisimulan, hahanapin ko muna ang...
  35. P

    Closed Am i? i am.

    Am i? I am. I'm living in this world full of tears and fears, My mind staggers in this nonsense cheers. As i cast my mind in this unbearable thrive I find myself, again, seeking the horrors of minds Is it destruction that seeks my eyes or I seek destruction for my own eyes. All this racial...
  36. M

    Closed Emo girl

    Emo Girl Dark eyeshadows thick eyeliners, light streak of blushers, lipstick applications. One sided bangs, sad and teary eyes, all items were in black, if you will see her, you will be shocked. She covers up her face, putting herself in silence before anyone may notice, of what she's really...
  37. K

    Poems Hindi ko alam kung maibabalik pa ba

    Hindi ko alam kung maibabalik pa ba, O kung sakali man ay may mababalikan pa. Ang sabi kasi nati'y ang lahat ay tapos na, Ngunit ngayon tila ba ay may nagbabadyang isa na namang bagong kabanata. Maibabalik pa ba natin ang dati? Hindi, ayoko. Wag na nating ibalik yung dati. Hindi ba? Sinaktan...
  38. K

    Poems Kung babalik siya

    Isang tanong na hindi ko parin masagutan. Kahit na wala namang kasiguraduhan. Kung ako ba ay balak mong balikan. Tuwing naaalala kita, Naaalala ko kung paano tayo naging masaya. Ngunit mas naalala ko kung paano mo ako iniwan bigla. Tuwing naalala ko ang tayo. Naaalala ko kung paano umikot ang...
  39. P

    Closed Pagmamahal ng accountant!

    Pagmamahal ng isang Accountant. Ang pagmamahal ng isang Accountant ay hindi nagde-DEPRECIATE. RELIABLE regardless of the face and looks dahil ang prinsipyo nito ay laging SUBSTANCE OVER FORM. COMPLETE, yung tipong wala ka ng hahanapin pa kasi marunong magADJUST. Nagbibigay ng ALLOWANCE at...
  40. M

    Closed Para sa mga taong nagmomove on. (reality)

    Hindi ko pa po nalalagyan ng title to :) Sana magustuhan nyo, share lang po; inspired by Keala Kazumori-Sakamoto dahil sya ang nagsimulang magshare hihi. -*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-* My mind was on full doubt My heart's asking; what's all about? As our relationship...
  41. R

    Closed Invictus by william ernest henley

    mga paps share lang. Nakita ko rin lang sa google. Ang ganda kasi Invictus BY WILLIAM ERNEST HENLEY Out of the night that covers me, Black as the pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not...
  42. L

    Closed The reason is you

    "The Reason Is You" By: Me My heart would beat out of the blue Unpredictable and fast-paced A rhythm so gentle and true I wonder why it raced I got confused and felt abused By my heart being uncontrollable Then you stole it and misused My fragile heart that was gullible It was about time that...
  43. R

    Closed Rehas

    Ngiting napapawi Kalungkuta'y nilalamon Pusong naghihinagpis Isipang nababaliw Sakit na nilimot Sugat humahapdi muli Pilit tinatapalan Ngunit lalong humahapdi Pagkakakulong sa dilim Akala'y nalimot na Iyong paglisan Siyang nagtulak Sa makipot na rehas Sa akin muli. -- Reen
  44. P

    Closed Paalam na muna

    Hayaan mo akong maglaro sa ilalim ng araw Isang beses pa Isang beses pa upang lalo kong maramdaman Ang liwanag at ang init na kinakailangan ng aking katawan. Hayaan mo akong maglaro sa ulan Isang beses pa Habang ang mga patak nito ay tumatama sa aking mga mukha Ang sakit ng bawat patak ay tila...
  45. C

    Closed Poem by me

    Naghihintay ako sayo Sa totoo lang, di ako magaling pagdating sa pagsusulat ng mga ganito Pero kailangan ko to ilabas kung hindi ay sasabog ako Habang nakahiga palinga – linga ang matang gala Nagmumuni muni na parang ***** na nakatingala Naghahanap ng mga salita, na pwedeng ilapat at...
  46. P

    Closed Ang vpn

    nagpaload, nagregister ng promo..nasaktan sa internet speed at capping. nag VPN B-)
  47. H

    Closed Hashtag Naiwan

    "Kaya siguro Iniiwan Tayo ng mga Mahal natin Kasi Hindi tayo Sumama" -Li.
  48. H

    Closed Freedom

    Pain, agony, and suffering That is what she experienced for how many years No hope nor peace found in her eyes She should fight No, she must fight back She's been in pain for many, many years She begs for freedom. -Li.
  49. S

    Closed Poetry

    Mga KaPh, any saddest poem you read? Ung may naramdamang tiniki sa ****** nyo nung binasa nyo.
  50. M

    Closed "Aking Dapit-hapon" (my sunset)

    Pag-angat ng araw Aking mata'y, mulat at uhaw Sa pag-ibig na nais Maibsan ang pagtitiis. Na kahit ma'y abutin Ng tanghali't dilim Bawat sigaw, ililigaw Makita lang at mahagip. Kahit ako'y masaktan Tuloy pa rin sa paglakbay Ulit-ulitin man bawat hakbang Di susuko't di bibitaw. At sa hapong...
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