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Inexplicable Truth
by John Herlihy → (All Poetry by John Herlihy)
Saturday, June 10, 2017    Rated "G" by the Author.
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The Inexplicable Truth
By John Herlihy

In keeping with popular wisdom,
We assign things to God’s kingdom.
Not all truths held are explicable;
Some truths are truly inexplicable.
We like to consider truth a handle,
Like the light shining from a candle.
Illumination does seem close at hand,
Even if we don’t always understand.
Enough to know that truth is there,
It gives of itself and is willing to share.

And contrary to popular wisdom,
Some facts belong to this kingdom.
The explicable is not always true ;
They go against all that God knew.
We like to consider facts as a handle,
Like solid feet tucked into a sandal.
Practical facts display artful utility,
Perform wonders with their ability.
It’s not enough to know how to fly;
We need to lift the blue of the sky.

Conclusion: Facts may lead to untruths;
Truths will lead to the inexplicable truth.

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 Reviews of "Inexplicable Truth"
Reviewed by m j hollingshead
Reviewed on June 10, 2017

well said, you provide much food for thought

never stop writing!
m

Reviewed by Michael Schafer
Reviewed on June 10, 2017
The truth is, I liked your poem, even though I have to agree with Ron.

Reviewed by Ronald Hull
Reviewed on June 10, 2017
Most rely on authority to verify truth. The use of the scientific method, even in the case of human behavior, as revealed some shocking truth that authority had long denied. While all things cannot be verified by scientific method, neither can they be verified by claiming an authority like God. Especially when there is no proof of God anywhere to be found.

Ron

Reviewed by E Phillips
Reviewed on June 10, 2017
Love your poem, but truth is much too aloof to summon so easily.
It defies verifiability, hence it must remain a mystery.

Reviewed by Richard Cederberg
Reviewed on June 10, 2017
It's been averred that the fundament upon which all of our knowledge and learning rests is the inexplicable. Being grounded in Truth (for me) is the key; it makes the awesomeness of the incomprehensible slightly less intimidating. Enjoyed. r

Reviewed on June 10, 2017
There is no doubt for me after reading your last two lines, John. Thank you!

Love ya!

Jane


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