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Just Folks
Just Folks by Edgar A. Guest is a heartwarming collection of poems that celebrate the everyday lives, struggles, and joys of ordinary people, capturing the essence of kindness, simplicity, and the beauty of human connections.-
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Just Folks
Just Folks begins with a portrait of a town that thrives not on noise, but on kindness. In this place, people are not judged by wealth or status, but by their decency and spirit. Neighbors greet one another with sincerity, and conversations lift hearts rather than weigh them down. Gossip finds no ground here because it is met with silence or replaced by praise. The people value cheer over cynicism, and they live by the principle that it is better to build others up than to tear them down. It's not a…-
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John Brown
John Brown begins not as a declaration, but as a solemn meditation by a man approaching the end of his mortal journey. He does not plead for sympathy nor seek forgiveness. Instead, he reflects on the emotional distance that time, cause, and conviction have placed between himself and the woman he addresses. Their separation, more spiritual than physical, was born of his unwavering pursuit of justice—an endeavor he admits left little room for tenderness. Yet beneath this admission lies no regret, only a…-
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INTRODUCTION
Introduction to the life and legacy of Apollonius Rhodius begins in Alexandria, where the roots of Hellenistic scholarship took firm hold during the reign of the Ptolemies. Although precise dates remain unclear, Apollonius is believed to have worked within the vibrant intellectual landscape that defined the Alexandrian era. His most notable creation, the Argonautica, did not immediately receive acclaim. In response to initial criticism, he traveled to Rhodes, where the revised version of his poem was met…-
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Growing Down
Growing Down begins with a quiet shift in the narrator’s understanding of what it means to truly live. Where once there was ambition for position, income, and recognition, there now stands something far more genuine—a kite soaring in the wind, laughter shared over spilled marbles, and joy drawn from childish footsteps echoing in the backyard. The narrator, once proud of his adult image, finds himself letting go of the stiffness that comes with it. He sheds the polished shoes and structured schedules,…-
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Curly Locks
Curly Locks opens with a gentle gaze upon a child, so young and untouched by the world, nestled in the safety of early innocence. The poem reflects on what, if anything, such a child could understand of pain, hope, or the quiet ache of growing older. There is no worry on that face—no trace of the burdens that life eventually brings. Instead, the child’s smile suggests a soul still basking in a simpler truth, one not yet colored by regret or complexity. The speaker wonders if this child, so full of…-
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Chapter XVIII opens with a direct question from Arjuna, who seeks to understand the difference between renunciation and the abandonment of action. Krishna responds with calm authority, distinguishing between the two with clarity. Renunciation means giving up desires behind actions, not necessarily the actions themselves. In contrast, abandonment refers to giving up attachment to results. This is a vital distinction in the pursuit of spiritual progress. One is not asked to withdraw from life, but to engage…-
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Chapter XVII — The Bhagavad-Gita
Chapter XVII begins with Arjuna raising a thoughtful concern. He wonders what becomes of people who act out of faith without strictly following scriptural rules. Krishna responds with a detailed explanation that faith itself is shaped by one's inner qualities—what he calls the Gunas: Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas. Those with a sattvic nature develop faith in pure, uplifting things that lead toward wisdom and harmony. Rajasic individuals are drawn to restless desires, often seeking power or control in their…-
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Chapter XVI — The Bhagavad-Gita
Chapter XVI opens with a clear explanation of the traits that reflect a life aligned with higher purpose. Krishna describes divine qualities as natural to those walking a spiritual path. Fearlessness, inner purity, self-control, truthfulness, compassion, and devotion are not just ideals, but necessary behaviors for those who wish to break free from ego and suffering. These traits anchor a person in peace and are cultivated through constant reflection and a genuine desire to do good without seeking praise.…-
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Chapter XV — The Bhagavad-Gita
Chapter XV opens with a striking symbol—the upside-down tree—which Krishna uses to explain the nature of human existence. This tree, with its branches reaching down and roots stretching upward, mirrors how the material world is only a shadow of the spiritual truth. Its leaves, likened to Vedic hymns, are said to nourish life, much like knowledge feeds the soul. The structure of this tree is not fixed; it is influenced by human choices and the interplay of nature’s three qualities—goodness, passion,…-
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