Never Say Die (A Rondeau in Pentametre)
Never say die though hardships hound your head:
They come not singly, has it not been said?
These troubles are like social beasts and birds:
They always come and go in flocks and herds,
By no apparent leader being led.
So cower not but challenge them instead:
They all will flee if only some have fled.
To foil fear, Bravery's belt who gird
Never say die.
Yes, triumphed they, profusely who hd bled
And yet, with courage, conquered demon Dread.
Of such heroic persons haven't you heard,
For whom Victory was the main watchword?
So though you bleed, as long as you're not dead,
Never say die.
A wise maxim to live by - - and we echo your sensible and well written verse, that when troubles come we must try to meet them...... thank you for this
As you say death alone does not solve all our problems. Life is God's gift that should be utilized for the benefit of mankind.
What a beautiful and inspiring poem- Never say die though hardships hound your head. Thanks a lot, Dr Tulsi.
A bewitching Rondeau replete with alliterations and befitting rhymes! ...10+
A great poem bring out the need for will-power and tenacity of purpose.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
You have mastered this form of poetry. One I haven't tried but you have inspired me to give it a try. I really like the layout of it and you're wording is just wonderful