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Sunday, October 07, 2007

Senryu and Tanka

Senryu


Can haiku stop wars?
Yes, but only if written
On a projectile



Tanka

Those who wedge wars
Are not prone to read poetry
Those who read verses
Often die on the frontline
Or are shamed in prison


Senryu

To not wear uniform
When everyone else does
Takes great courage

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