Lilith
Lilith, y ou could not quench your need,
Within the garden of the simple life.
You performed a forbidden deed,
Then no longer were you Adam’s wife.
You spoke the name of the Almighty God,
Then he gave you immortal power.
Away he sent you with a nod,
As the guardian of the underworld, you tower.
Are you to be feared by mankind?
Are you good or evil, witch or demon?
Do you have a selfish plan,
That brings about the tears of women?
We sing our children lullabies
To keep our them snug and safe.
It is told you will take them without a sigh,
From the entitled to the waif.
Is it not enough to satisfy yourself,
To keep those mythical creatures at bay,
Unicorn, troll, fairy and elf.
Then let the children stay.
Copyright © Jeanne Berger | Year Posted 2007
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