I have a white rose to tend
In July as in January;
I give it to the true friend
Who offers his frank hand to me.
And for the cruel one whose blows
Break the heart by which I live,
Thistle nor thorn do I give:
For him, too, I have a white rose.
CULTIVO UNA ROSA BLANCA... (Verso XXXIX)
Cultivo una rosa blanca,
En julio como en enero,
Para el amigo sincero
Que me da su mano franca.
Y para el cruel que me arranca
El corazón con que vivo,
Cardo ni oruga cultivo:
Cultivo la rosa blanca.
Notes
In the language of flowers the white rose symbolises - eternal love; innocence; heaven; secrecy and silence.
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From guest juan (contact)
i have a book of his verses and it says "cardo ni ortiga coltivo;..." -
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From guest SpanishSpeaker (contact)
It isn't "julio", it's "junio", and and I don't think it's "oruga". I believe it's "ortuga". The last line should read the same as the first-"una rosa", not "la rosa". -
a lovely poem
From guest illiana (contact)
this poem of yours has touched my heart so much that i feel like i am that friend of yours who you say takes your hand frankly -
This is beautiful! There is such deep feeling, and leaves me with a memory, that comes to me from a few different places. But all stem from one memory, that touches my heart in a way that will always give me warmth.
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Love your enemies too is what I vision nice write.
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This is Cuba's National poem! Marti's verse is adapted from Marti's poem, 'I Have a White Rose' in the song, 'Guantanamera' by Joseito Fernandez.
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marti rose
From guest Laura (contact)
much thanks' because he existed, Cuba and all of us have hope. Great man. Great poet -
The Poem
From guest stephxx (contact)
Its Really Nice! Bien Bonito. Me Gusta en espanol como ingles. Its About Amistad Friendship. Really Nice Love It. Poems Recommended: La Nina De Guatemala Los Zapaticos De Rosas -
i love this poem
From guest indhira (contact)
this is a very nice poem . i like it both in english and spanish but mostlly in spanish because it ryms alot -
From guest raven2525 (contact)
Beautiffuly written. Either you are a white rose man or you are not. A whole life doctrine. Sorry that I did not care about this when I was in Cuba. Thanks apostol -
Lovely sentiment
A beautiful sentiment expressed.
I feel it would sound quite beautiful spoken in the language for which it was intended.
Von -
this is quiet lovely direct to z point n white roses r very beautiful,quiet a lovely write
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Offering innocence
If the white rose stands for innocence and vulnerability then offering it to both friend and foe is a courageous thing to do. The point is that somehow courageous people have done it down the ages. They have treated everyone the same, offered their white rose to everyone equally. It is petty mortals like us who struggle to respond the same to everyone we meet. -
very nicely written. clear and understanble the white rose given for eternity. God places this in those soul who behave in his rightneousness believing him and following his ways.
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Simply stated verse of a forgiving heart. Speaks of the importance of loving, not remaining hurt or angry, but seeking harmony with all. This type of love needs tending, nurturing; for it grows, it does not diminish. Marti has such concise expression and quiet beauty in his writing. Lovely poem. Thank you for having his poetry available here for everyone to enjoy. The symbology of this flower included here is a nice touch for those who have little knowledge of such things. Peace, Rhonda
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Exquiste!!
This poem is a beautiful expression of love! The symbolism of the white roses- amazing. -
Lovely
From guest Guillermo Rodriguez (contact)
Cuanto amor hay en este poema. Gracias por traducirlo -
Innocent and cute
this short poem defines the nature of a person.if one is kind hearted by nature then he is the same for all.this is the basic definition of innocence. -
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From guest Rolando DePuy (contact)
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Think of this poem as a response (dare I say a "christian response") to William Blakes "A Poison Tree". To be able to pay peace and kindness to someone that has injured you is quite an amazing trait. This poem teaches that revenge is best served with "killing in kindness". An "eye for an eye" is not always the best option.
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