Sometimes, when I consider the state of the world, I am reminded of the Irish poet W. B. Yeats’s poem The Second Coming. I am no millenarian, however the poet’s Second Coming continues to resonate with me
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This poem comes to mind on a regular basis these days.
Its interesting that it also pops into your mind regularly as well, Liz. Best wishes. Kevin
Yeats’s metaphors are spot-on for where the world is right now.
They most certainly are.
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Thank you for the reblog, Michael. Kevin
A disturbing poem, Kevin. Thanks for sharing.
Yes it is a disturbing poem, Robbie. It is also a very interesting one. Many thanks for commenting. Kevin