The Difference Between Love and Charity*
Charity gives it up
without thinking about it
Emptiness so full
there’s no room for selfishness
No need for a slide rule
So blended nobody notices
Charity is the butterfly
emerging from love’s cocoon
*See 1 Corinthians 13:13. KJV uses the word charity where
other versions of the Bible use love.
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Beautiful definition in the last couplet.
agree with Nancy: I love the final image
Yes, those last two lines are exquisite!
I couldn’t agree more! The last stanza is absolutely uplifting!
Last verse!
Yes, that final image is perfect.
Thanks so much for the comments!
I really like “emptiness so full / there’s no room for selfishness.” Love the sentiment. Great last line too!