I am currently attending an International Conference for writers and Translators worldwide (The biggest of its kind ever) organized by the Swedish Writers Association. It is the Writers´s and Literary Translators International Congress (WALTIC) being held in Stockholm, Sweden from 29 June to 02 July 2008. I will show a film and make a speech on Freedom of Speech tomorrow after lunch. I dedicate this poem to the Writers and Translators Congress.
Inspired by the famous Egyptian writer Nawal El Sadaawi who was a speaker for the conference on the Power of The Word.
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With the power of the word
We rule all over the world
We are the winds of change
We are the whispers of love
We are the writers of the world
A cool breeze sometimes we are
Filling hearts with pleasure
But some other times
We spin like a powerful storm
Destroying roots of evil
We fly with wings of peace
Soar in the air of delight
Land on the surface of joy
Dance in the light of freedom
We are the authors of hope
Into the pot of knowledge
We dip our pens so deeply
As wisdom drips from them
We are the writers of the world
From word we give birth to word
From word we translate to word
We are united by a thread of love
connected by a bond of humanity
We are the defenders of rights
Democracy is our weapon
It is our shining Sword of Glory
Coming out from its sheath of valor
To destroy the devils of injustíce
What a magnificently inspiring piece Abdi-Noor. And there is no mistaking that it came straight from your heart and soul. An excellent write. Good luck at WALTIC. God bless. JMW
Yes you are an Eagle of Hope, now go and knock um silly with peace, love, and light and hope for the future/
We here in America, take for granted our freedom of speech, but I know in other countries, there is no freedom in many areas. I wish you well, and a good day tomorrow...
Warmest hugs and blessings, Abdi
Amber "V" Moonstone
Goof luck on your speech and may it move many hearts to see the evil that is being played out. Wonderful poem that as Eileen has said pass out copies of it at your meeting.
Abdi Noor this is a magnificent poem,and you should showcase it at the meeting! I'm so happy for you to have a chance to be part of such a group.I will pray special prayers that you can make an impression on all who hear you.You have the right heart and soul to go along with the splendid words you have written here and your last verse sums it up with the power and grace of victory over ignorance!
All the best to you, and God's blessings be upon you!
Love,
Eileen
New Poetry by Abdi-Noor Haji Mohamed (Eagle Of Hope)
It is our shining Sword of Glory
Coming out from its sheath of valor
To destroy the devils of injustíce
Powerful expression, Abdi-Noor. Thank you. Love, peace, and best wishes to you,
Regis
Abdullahi
(((HUGS))) love and prayer, Karla.
We here in America, take for granted our freedom of speech, but I know in other countries, there is no freedom in many areas. I wish you well, and a good day tomorrow...
Warmest hugs and blessings, Abdi
Amber "V" Moonstone
Be always safe,
Karen
All the best to you, and God's blessings be upon you!
Love,
Eileen