(ThyBlackMan.com) The question of who the best African American poet was is both subjective and difficult to answer definitively, given the rich tapestry of African American literature that has graced the world over the centuries. Each poet brought their unique voice, perspective, and lived experiences to their work, and to ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Black poetry, often synonymous with African American poetry, has roots that dig deep into the soil of history, stretching back to the beginnings of the African American experience. It is a genre rich in emotion, insight, and depth, resonating with the rhythms of the African diaspora. The “Black poetry ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The world of poetry is vast, varied, and deeply personal. Among its luminaries, Black poets have long stood as beacons of resilience, hope, and unparalleled creativity. These poets, often emerging from the crucibles of racial injustice, societal prejudice, and personal strife, have used their verses to encapsulate the Black ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) It is how most of us live, in and with our routines. So much so that at times if something interrupts them or one is taken away our world seems to crash. Case in point I have to have my cup of coffee in the morning. If not then ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) All sides on this issue are not telling the whole truth, largely because all sides refused to accept the truth and their role in the conflict. Largely because they are sticking to their spiritual, cultural and historic beliefs. So I am going to give you an unbiased, objective assessment ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Before you quickly say “of course not”, I suggest you read this article. But before you do, make sure the lights are on, the doors are locked, the closets are closed and you don’t look under the bed. This time of year quite a few people are amazed by ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) As I have noted before, Florida’s Gov. Ron DeSantis’ fear about the teaching of Black History in his state’s public schools probably resulted from his having read or heard about a February 1982 Ebony Magazine article “Why Black History Is Important To You.” Written by the great journalist/historian/author/master teacher, ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Meanwhile, when Esau, the older twin brother of Jacob, was 40 years old, he married two Canaanite women, which was an act of defiance. Isaac was going to give his bloodline blessing to Esau, his favorite son, when the brothers were 70 years old, in 2088. But Jacob, Rebekah’s ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) I would like to keep this brief but I doubt I will be able to. Growing up I was fond of watching Laurel & Hardy movies. The comedy duo left me in stitches laughing as a child and left me with a catchphrase that I have yet to forget: ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Here is a basic rule of government: the majority of the majority is supposed to run and control Congress. Anything less is the proverbial “tail wagging the dog.” Today’s Republican Party failed to read that memo. Last week, we witnessed eight Republicans – whose names should be infamously remembered ...