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The Beloved's Quilt

Daniel Henry Rodgers

"You are a single thread in the quilt of existence. Each breath is a stitch. Each tear is a patchwork of joy and sorrow. To understand the secret of existence, you must see how every thread together with your thread is essential to the masterpiece." - Daniel Henry Rodgers

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The Beloved's Quilt

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Listen
you who seek the secret of existence
your life is a thread in the Beloved's grand design.
Each moment a stitch each breath a color divine.

Do you see
how rain and sun kiss the earth?
Like morning dew they are one in the eyes of the Friend.
Embrace both
for in their unity duality ends.

You are the pulse of a seed sprouting through the stone.
In your veins flows the ancient wisdom of the soil.
In love's alchemy the seeker becomes the sought.

Feel how the wind of spirit shapes you
now bending like a reed now standing as a cypress.
In surrender find the strength that never wavers.

The heart's fire burns away all that is not love.
Desire, like wild winds, seeks its way to the sacred fire
in consuming they become the light they seek.

Each thread of your being sings the Beloved's name.
Listen closely can you hear the melody of oneness?
In that song
you'll find your true existence.

The fabric of your days shimmers with divine light:
Golden Joy. Silver Sorrow... all are His gifts.
In accepting all
you become... His perfect reflection.

O lover do not ask why some paths are sharp as thorns
and others soft as the dawn's first breath.
The Master Weaver's wisdom surpasses all understanding.

Let yourself dissolve in love's infinite sea.
You are both the wave and the ocean's depths.
In annihilation, find your eternal completion...

Beloved you are the quilt and the quilter
the song and the singer,
the dance and the dancer.
In this realization all separation ceases.

Now step into the garden of the heart—
where every seed sprouts with the faces of our Friends.
Here in agape love's transcendence
you will find your journey's end.

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Eileen Manassian

Date: 2/20/2025 2:38:00 AM

What a rich and mellow voice you have! You brought your words to life so well. "You are both the wave and the ocean's depths." That is my favorite line. It could be a tattoo on someone's body it's that profound. Also, I love the stanza before the last. Excellent piece.

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 2/20/2025 7:18:00 AM

Dear Eileen, How, sweet and I am so thankful for your words of support and insight. I enjoyed writing and reading this particular poem due to its peacefulness. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

I Am Anaya

Date: 2/13/2025 9:07:00 AM

Aww, reciting poetry is a skillful task, takes talent. You are lovely, it's such a pleasure reading your work. How kind of you to write of oneness so peaceful. Wishing you more of this happiness! ~Anaya

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 2/20/2025 7:17:00 AM

Dear Anaya, Sorry for my delay in writing this and showing you how grateful and appreciative I am of your words. I have been fighting COVID for the past week and I think I am nearing the end of its hold. I loved writing and reading this poem and really expresses my peace that I find in every day. I am always grateful for your support. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Joel Hawksley

Date: 2/11/2025 10:38:00 AM

"The Beloved's Quilt" is a profound and moving exploration of spirituality, love, and the interconnectedness of all things. It's a poem that invites reflection and contemplation, leaving a lasting impression on the reader.

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 2/12/2025 4:41:00 AM

Hello Joel, your words are warmth and encouragement in my creative journey. Thank you for taking the time to reflect and share, I'm truly grateful! Winter Blessings, My Friend, Daniel

Susan Ashley

Date: 2/5/2025 12:40:00 PM

Dear Daniel, your poem is deep, rich and highlights complex connections; physical, emotional and spiritual. A masterwork that's beautiful on every level. A poem so thought-provoking that it requires multiple reads to delve between its layers of beauty, empowerment, dualities and poetic finesse. The beauty of your empathy shines in your golden verse! So much to admire and appreciate, I'm sure the poetic page is grateful to receive your verse. A big fav! Belated congrats for POTD! Warmest wishes my inspiring poet friend.. ~Susan

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 2/12/2025 4:37:00 AM

Dear Susan, your words wrap around my heart like a cherished melody, felt deeply, held closely. Your insight into my poem is a gift, a reflection of your own poetic soul. I'm honored and grateful beyond words. Thank you! Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Michael Tor

Date: 2/4/2025 8:54:00 PM

Dear Daniel such a wonderful write encompassing God's creation in everything. Nothing happens by chance for you know as I know everything we see including ourselves was created. There is a creator for your car, phone, house it didn't just be it was created by everything God created from earth it all started with God and Of course he created us. I just want to say that the sound byte of your Poetry by you made this Poem recite faster than reading< I don't know why but it was a wonderful

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 2/12/2025 4:39:00 AM

Hello Michael, your words are like a kindred spirit’s thoughts, affirming, uplifting, and deeply appreciated. I’m grateful for your thoughtful reflection on both the poem and its spoken rhythm. It means a lot coming from you. Thank you, for your generous heart and encouragement! Winter Blessings, My Friend, Daniel

Michael Tor
Date: 2/4/2025 8:55:00 PM

to listen. It had a more calming effect on the reader and your words flowed nicely. So nice to read and hear my friend, thank you for sharing...

Eve Roper

Date: 2/3/2025 9:08:00 AM

Sun and rain become one as they unite together on Earth. Beautiful, lovely poem my friend

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 2/4/2025 6:05:00 PM

Dear Eve, I am so grateful for your comments on my poem. Have a wonderful week. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Duke Beaufort

Date: 1/31/2025 6:30:00 PM

Daniel, I like the message very much. The connectedness of our lives to everything we touch and affect is something remarkable. You do compose with love and kindness...that provides a very pleasant read. While I have a different view of our lives as being more accidental, the sentiment you weave feels very good to me. The main thing is living with connection and kindness to all that we touch. It's an honor and pleasure to read your work and to see the goodness that you speak of.

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 2/3/2025 5:57:00 AM

Hello Duke, your words mean a lot to me. Though our views differ, I deeply respect your perspective. What matters most is the shared belief in connection and kindness. Grateful for your thoughtful response. Truly appreciated! Winter Blessings, My Friend, Daniel

Joe Maverick

Date: 1/29/2025 10:59:00 PM

A most reflective poem Daniel..your allusion to Acceptance and love sufaces among the images you portray and the recognition of what We often regard as haphazard experiences as We negotiate lifes course..Courses? Hmm? May You achieve victorys in your work and homelife All blessings in the Lord God Almighty.'

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/30/2025 5:53:00 AM

Hello Joe, your thoughtful comments really touched me. I appreciate how you recognized the deeper themes of acceptance and love, as well as the way life's unpredictability shapes our journey. Thank you for your blessings and kind words. All the best to you as well and God Bless! Winter Blessings, My Friend, Daniel

Maria Williams

Date: 1/29/2025 7:28:00 PM

Dear Daniel,I'm late to the party, I've been quite busy, but a belated congratulations on your brilliant poem.This is an absolutely breathtaking piece—each line weaves a profound tapestry of love, surrender, and divine unity. The imagery is so vivid, painting existence as both fragile and infinite, a dance between light and shadow, joy and sorrow. The way you speak of duality dissolving into oneness is truly moving, like a whispered truth carried on the wind. A deeply spiritual and poetic meditation—thank you for sharing such beauty! hugs

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/30/2025 5:51:00 AM

Dear Maria, your words touched me deeply. Thank you for the beautiful and thoughtful reflections. Your ability to see and express the piece's heart so eloquently means the world to me. I’m truly grateful! Hugs to you too. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 1/29/2025 4:37:00 PM

This stunning poem is so deserving of POTD, dear Daniel! Heartfelt, belated congratulations. :)

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/30/2025 5:49:00 AM

Dear Evelyn, Who sweet and I am very grateful for your comments. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Gavin Anderson

Date: 1/29/2025 5:33:00 AM

"The Masters Weaver's wisdom surpasses all understanding," my favourite use of alliteration in a poem, you generally have thought provoking lyrics to move people by. I cant wait to read your next peice of poetry.

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/30/2025 5:48:00 AM

Hello Gavin, I am so appreciative of your visit and your comments. I look forward to reading more of your poems. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 1/28/2025 2:40:00 AM

My congratulations on your magnificent poem with a well-deserved POTD.

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/28/2025 5:31:00 AM

Dear Victor, I love waking up and reading your comments and poetry they are so full of life. Thank you for your thoughtfulness. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Sam Kauffman

Date: 1/27/2025 11:23:00 AM

Such a beautiful song of "agape" love, Daniel, sung with exquisite images of "golden joy" and "silver sorrow." Love the metaphoric elements in this poem and your unique expressions of God - "Master Weaver," "Beloved's grand design." Belated congratulations for your well deserved POTD, my friend! This is truly deserving. Sending you blessings of joy!

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/28/2025 5:29:00 AM

Dear Sam, your words are a true gift. I’m so glad the imagery and metaphors touched with you, it certainly means a lot to hear how the expressions of God’s love and design connected so deeply. Thank you for your kind congratulations and blessings, my friend. Your support fills my heart with joy! Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Regina Elliott

Date: 1/26/2025 8:16:00 AM

p.s.- a resounding Congratulations on POTD!

Regina Elliott

Date: 1/26/2025 8:14:00 AM

Breathtakingly beauteous, Daniel. A wondrous tapestry of poetic verse. May you have a serene and blessed Sunday with family. Peace and Joy. ~

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/28/2025 5:28:00 AM

Dear Regina, what a great joy it is to read your comments. It certainly makes my day. I feel honored and humbled at the same time since I know how many great poets like yourself are on PS. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 1/25/2025 7:00:00 PM

Here in agape love's transcendence you will find your journey's end. To tell you the truth I didn't want this poem to end lol,

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/28/2025 5:26:00 AM

Dear Rose, You always fill me up with your wonderful comments, and I am so appreciative. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Terrell Martin

Date: 1/25/2025 10:21:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD. "Well deserved" does not do justice to the kind of kudos this poem deserves. You've expressed and summed up the essence of the ageless "Perennial" philosophy in an exceptionally unique and inspiring way. Quite frankly, I'm both humbled and dumbfounded at the wonder of it all. Write on, Terrell

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/28/2025 5:25:00 AM

Dear Terrell, your words mean so much, thank you for such an incredibly thoughtful response. I’m humbled by your appreciation of the poem and glad it spoke to you in such a deep way. Your encouragement fuels my passion to keep writing. Here's to more wonder and words ahead from us both! Winter Blessings, My Friend, Daniel

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 1/23/2025 11:20:00 PM

Congratulations on POTD.

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/28/2025 5:24:00 AM

Dear Hilda, I am always filled with joy to see your kind comments. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Brandy Nicole

Date: 1/23/2025 7:41:00 PM

' The Master Weaver's wisdom surpasses all understanding. ' A beautiful statement holding truth. My heart is smiling finding this thought tucked neatly within your poem. You're right Daniel, ' each moment ' is ' a stitch, ' while ' each breath a color divine. ' You've created a masterpiece with your words, my dear friend. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/28/2025 5:23:00 AM

Dear Brandy, your words always bring such warmth to my heart. I’m so glad that the thought of the Master Weaver connected with you. Your kindness and encouragement mean the world to me. Thank you for celebrating this with me—I’m truly blessed to have your friendship. Hugs right back at you! Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Michael Tor

Date: 1/23/2025 6:03:00 PM

Daniel my friend love this Poetry from you. I am so glad you received such a a high honor of POTD, they got it right with honoring this great write of yours. Congratulations my friend...

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 1/28/2025 5:21:00 AM

Hello Michael, thank you for your wonderful and kind words. I am so appreciative of your friendship. Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel