Atheist | An Original

[ruinedatmosphere]

great poem, I love how you say 'your voice ironically summons the power of a god, to complete the connection of your vein conquest.'

any how, I am yet clueless what to believe, but I certainly don't believe in God,

this is not an attempt to change your point of vieuws, but, what about Deism or agnostism?

any how, I could care less about having a believe at all.

thanks for the poetry, inspired me a lot as I'm working on my own poem about higher powers.

[ThePoetryCenter]

Powerful short poem. It is going up on "Favorites."

[chrisofnottingham]

Actually, we have never met before.

[eboyd32]

Though I wholeheartedly disagree, I can recognize great poetry when I hear/read it. This was very well written. Thank you for sharing. And this is coming from an agnostic atheist :)

[MsWriteNow]

Thank you for listening.

[eboyd32]

np. it's sad that people have to disapprove of completely unbiased opinions that show nothing but good intentions (hence the thumbs down on my comment) and i am glad that you could see my comment for what it was unlike someone else who viewed your video and didn't even have enough courage to respond to me intellectually/logically. i wish more people could be as open minded as you about their spiritual beliefs. again, thanks. best of luck :)

[xamphor]

power in powerful minds wield your mind powers and achieve your dreams so true dreampoetsister,; so truee

[MsWriteNow]

Thanks for listening.

[TheILLiteratePoet]

I agree wholeheartedly.

[alcari]

Awesome poem.

One small hint though, filter out the highest tones, so the letter S doesn't sound so shrill in the microphone.

[dashpoet]

Beautifully measured.

[RowanFortuneWood]

Thank you for posting this and entering the competition; a satire from another direction is really appreciated. Great poem.

[DavidRandallCurtis]

I had a feeling you might post this :)

Your poetry gets better every time I hear it.

[ninapoetry]

I liked this a lot, and I'm an atheist/agnostic/really just not a big fan of religion.

[diversysveryown]

should i feel wrong for doin what was called defensive preaching to a video on atheism in a comment?it seems that im learnin some people have more belief in there own knowledge than what they can not see , n thats what i do not understand,but what they do not understand is the belief is only to use of hypocrites if it dont match the practice,there4 there is something in existence to correctly believe as a matter of fact

[DavidRandallCurtis]

diversy: Maybe you shouldn't feel wrong but poetry is its own world... the only wrong way to do poetry is to write it poorly; this poem was crafted to perfection. That is all the defense it needs. (I'm an atheist btw) - peace :)

[diversysveryown]

First off:people that believe in God dont have to debate whether or not there is a God because they belive it right?no need for them to be poetic  second off:what does that judeo-christian shit or protestant catholic mumbo jumbo have to do with whether or not there is a God?you choose to use that on the basis of your belief to some extent judgin from what i heard Islam means peace in arabic Allah is its only source and the definition of Muslim istrubleevr

[MsWriteNow]

Who said I believe? You assume that I am preaching in this poem, and your defensive nature calls-out a sound off, yet this poem is nothing more than a snapshot of a conversation. Reread your post and tell me who's the one preaching here.

[diversysveryown]

thats not what i assumed at all

[kixjoy]

This one's pretty damn cool.

[MsWriteNow]

Thanks kix!

[ezseeker]

Hmmmm, a foray into the unknown.

Easy

[MsWriteNow]

Exactly! Thanks for stopping :)

[EtaForsaken]

I like this...

[MsWriteNow]

Thanks for listening and responding. I hope to see your comments again in the future.

[Remainingcharacter]

A POEM: Believer.

Believer you play the put upon game. cry victim while all the while victimizing. You claim you only shudder at freedom run amok. You value ignorance over insight. You rejoice at your self imposed slavery. You cry crocodile tears for the fallen. You love to hack at the genitals of god's perfect creation and call it a gift. You are vile an evil. Even the kindest of you are cruel in your beliefs. Pro slavery, anti woman, accomplice to all intolerance. Your love is god's hate.

[TheThoughtsOfMcMc]

Nice, I like it.

[MsWriteNow]

Thank you for stopping. Sorry it took so long to respond. I hope you stop back.

[MsWriteNow]

Closed-mindedness, nonacceptance, ignorance...these are the catalyst to hatred. No human is superior to another - regardless of religious, spiritual, or political beliefs. I don't mind you posting your anger induced responses on my work, as long as your mind is open enough to understand that my post is nothing more than a poem and not a statement of faith, but rather a simple observation between atheists and believers. Frankly, I think you are both wrong.

[Remainingcharacter]

"Closed-mindedness, nonacceptance, ignorance..." these are the sinew of all religion and faith. Along with racism, and intolerance.

"No human is superior to another"

No true "believer" holds this egalitarian view as sacredly as I do.

Believer's in god, or faith, when not feigning pat "godly" humility, are the most supercilious.

What better way to feel superior than believing that you where in possession of some great gift that was denied to others? Sheer arrogance

I guess you hated the poem?

[MsWriteNow]

No, I didn't hate your poem. Do believers really feel that they are superior to others due to a possession of their faith? Or is it their faith is merely an insecurity under the guise of superiority? And do aetheists find security in not believing? This isn't about who is right or wrong, superior or inferior, but rather simply a matter of security.

[DepthPerception1]

Really really good. This is something I've thought about, but never seem to get to writing about. Beautifully spoken. Never stop

[MsWriteNow]

Thank you. And thanks for listening.

[warrenpulski]

I see you have quite the fan base. Am I the only person on the planet that has no clue what you are talking about?

[MsWriteNow]

Probably not. I appreciate you stopping and listening just the same.

[bigDeeOT]

I scrolled down to post "ugghhh... wat" but I think you put it better.

[dmio2]

Its always surprised me how zealot atheists can be. nicely written. well spoken. 5*

[MsWriteNow]

Thanks :)

[PuppyZwolle]

I listened to this more than trice.

Once to hear what you say.

Once to listen to what you say.

Once to look at your face.

Once to feel the words again.

Doubting any deity disappearing

by the beauty of you.

[MsWriteNow]

You have a computer again! Welcome back, it's good to see you here. Thanks for your comments - I always enjoy them.

[harleynanda]

An insightful interpretation Tina, and so eloquently expressed. "...and faith in your disbelief" says it so well, for so many embody the determination of faith expressed, even in the midst of rebellion against religious symbolism. It in fact often appears to be the epitome of blind faith; a fervent doctrine articulated in lack of self examination, as if it be that without the doorway of symbolism there is no admission of what lies within yet is ...

[harleynanda]

(cont'd)

...so adamantly called upon; like a thing hidden in full view.

[MsWriteNow]

Thanks, that's very insightful and deep.

[sillysillytom]

Great Poem.

[MsWriteNow]

Thank you.

[AntaresInScorpius]

five starz.

[MsWriteNow]

Thanks :)

[ooglebydoogleby]

is what offends with its religous certainty

and though it emanates not from your poet mind

to those obsessed it lends suport of sorts in kind so though enjoying your poetical sortee of the sentiment ime bound to disagrea

(love your poem bit sadened to see you vetting coments though)

[MsWriteNow]

Clever response. Thanks for commenting. Though I'm not sure what you mean by vetting the comments.

[ooglebydoogleby]

may i appollogise there is a first half to this poetic responce which i posted but it never came up so i asumed you were vetting coments my sincerest appollogy.

[NewWarriorMan]

Yee hah!

You da best.

[MsWriteNow]

Well thanks pardner!

[newcomposition]

thank you.

[MsWriteNow]

No, thank you for listening. And thank you for posting your stuff - I like your style.

[newcomposition]

my style is mine becasue it's how it comes out... no other reason. and i'm glad that it has it's own apprvel

[Jumpsoundmusic]

davidrandellcurtis shared with us

real cool

one love

[MsWriteNow]

Thank you

very much

[AcidEntertainment]

Great poem. I appreciate your insights.

[MsWriteNow]

Thank you. I appreciate your listening.

[leftysergeant]

Have you ever noticed how some atheists approach their atheism with a religious fervor? It can, in some ways, be more annoying than fundamentalist evangelism. Such certainty is not conducive to good poetry because it shuts down the ability to reason and to wonder. This is something to ponder.

[MsWriteNow]

Is uncertainty what makes good poetry? I'm not convinced that good poetry is always philosophical in nature - as I tend to not take the philosophical road in my writing, but rather simply capture a snapshot, a feeling, or an observation.  Definitely something to ponder though. Thanks for commenting!

[JonahTorn]

Interesting.

[MsWriteNow]

Thanks for listening.

[nordicsky]

God is ok, its religion that causes trouble.

For a thinking person, what we believe should be personal.

If you believe she exists, then you believe she gave us free will to find our own path.

As for being conceited about our beliefs, or lack of them... Yuk!

Thanks for posting such a concise poem that said so much.

Regards, Peter

[MsWriteNow]

One of the beautiful attributes of being human is to be able converse and express our differences. I find it amusing when one defends their viewpoint so passionately that they don't even notice the irony or the hypocrisy behind their words and actions. I'm sure I am able to see it so clearly because I'm guilty of it myself - another beauty behind the human mind.

Thanks for stopping and commenting, Peter.

Tina

[piratakamrata]

Deep and beautyful :)

[MsWriteNow]

Thank you :)

[proofisinthepudding]

Thanks for sending this to me DavidRandallCurtis

nice poetry!:)

[MsWriteNow]

Thanks for stopping!

[Kabuki0009]

thank you DavidRandallCurtis for sharing this video I really enjoyed it *****stars;)

[MsWriteNow]

Thanks for stopping and checking it out. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[DavidRandallCurtis]

Ooooooh wow... you always outdo yourself... five bigs ones and favorite :)

[MsWriteNow]

Gosh thanks! I feel like a teachers pet or something.

[DavidRandallCurtis]

MsWriteNow: You are only, like, my FAVORITE POET on YouTube! Of course you are teacher's pet! You don't even have to bring me an apple!

(I do want you to stop hanging out with that Janezcka brat... I think she is a bad influence on you :P )

[MsWriteNow]

Wow - you think she's a bad influence on me, you just wait and see on that one, buster!

[janeczka]

Interesting subject matter and steady delivery. Those green eyes are so alive!! love it. Good to see you again.

[merickinhawaii]

I have no real belief on this matter so hope it o.k. to hide behind Janeczka on this one ! great work mswrite as always! mahalo!

[DavidRandallCurtis]

Merick: The brat... *cough* I mean, "Janeczka" is on vacation for two weeks... you can hide behind me until she gets back...

Just... no funny stuff though... :p

[MsWriteNow]

But DRC, I thought you liked a little laugh now and then... :p~

[MsWriteNow]

Now really, there is no need to hide behind anyone, you are always welcome here :)

[MsWriteNow]

Thanks janeczka! Looking forward to getting back into full swing in a few weeks. If what DRC refers to below is true, I hope you are having a fun, relaxing time!

[xxxSunbeamxxx]

Hi Tina :) Great to see you - I have been away quite a bit this summer, but great to catch up with you now :)

I think I tangented off listening to this a couple of times...particularly around the idea / memories of having 'vain conquests' recounted to me, in some wretchedly miserable attempt to 'impress'!! Funny how different parts of a poem will leap out to different people and at different times.

Thanks for sharing this and hope you are doing well!

Sunbeam :)

[MsWriteNow]

Sunbeam,

Thanks so much for stopping. Always nice to hear from you. I had to smile when I read your comment, it seems we have some similar experiences with impressions. I love hearing how something I wrote clicks in a similar manner with another person. Makes me feel the world is a tad friendlier.

Hope your doing well. Once fall schedules get in place, I hope to catch up more :)

Tina

[jinitron]

I think the vanity comes from the those who believe they are children of god.. not those who do not.. ironically.