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Apocalyptic Fury

Lest the moon tip over and spill the blood,
With apocalyptic fury signaling the climax
In history as in the days of old Noah’s flood,

When the earth resettles like paraffin wax,
Forming new boundaries in the land and sea
With apocalyptic fury signaling the climax,

People of every nation will hopelessly flee
Before the great and terrible day of the Lord
Forming new boundaries in the land and sea.

Rising from below comes the thundering horde
Incredibly horrific creatures before unknown
Before the great and terrible day of the Lord.

Humanity never again occupying the throne
Nor understanding the myriads roaming about,
Incredibly horrific creatures before unknown.

Comes the archangel with a triumphal shout,
Lest the moon tip over and spill the blood,
Nor understanding the myriads roaming about 
In history as in the days of old Noah’s flood. 

Written October 19, 2022

Copyright © L Milton Hankins | Year Posted 2022

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Caren Krutsinger Date: 10/21/2022 2:01:00 AM This Terzanelle came straight out of the Old Testament scaring the pants off me! Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/21/2022 8:56:00 AM Ah, Caren, don't ever be afraid. Keep in mind that "He's got the whole world in His hands." You and me, too.

Terry Flood Date: 10/20/2022 8:21:00 AM Cant comment, Milt. I’m too busy putting my head between my knees to kiss my ass goodbye. ;-) Can’t help but wonder which of the beasts would adopt Man’s crown were your poem to prove prophetic. Thought provoking write. Much enjoyed. Terry Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/20/2022 11:00:00 AM Thank you, Terry. I really appreciated your thoughts on this poem.

Michael Tor Date: 10/19/2022 5:41:00 PM Your words speak much truth Milton. We are on the very edge of his return my friend. I just finished a book that was incredibly insightful. He gives evidence of a time frame through biblical information and gives his version of biblical proof. No man knows the exact date and time but the bible references the times and according to him in his 400 page book thinks that it will be around the year 2008. It is an incredible book to read. I lent it out to a Seven Day Adventist that owns a hardware.. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/19/2022 7:45:00 PM I'm not much into eschatology, Michael, although I had to study it in seminary. I have my own theories about the Revelation to St. John. Because of the diversity of religious beliefs on Poetry Soup, I try to avoid those discussions. This poem is primarily a collection of images that have apocalyptic concerns. It wasn't meant to be anywhere near definitive or creedal. Thanks for your thoughts. Michael Tor Date: 10/19/2022 5:43:00 PM store near my home where I get most of my lumber and tools supplies. He is always very helpful and knowledgeable of everything relating to building...

Jenna Logan Date: 10/19/2022 4:53:00 PM What dark images your lines called to mind. I believe the archangel will lead the way to victory over Satan’s legion, and that no human will sit on the throne. I was impressed with the depth of insight in your thoughts, Milt. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/19/2022 7:46:00 PM Thank you so much, Jenna. Be sure to read my response to Michael. I'll refer you there rather than to repeat myself.

Jeff Kyser Date: 10/19/2022 12:45:00 PM Pretty vivid there! Very interesting write a little outside the normal lines for you, eh? I like it! Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/19/2022 12:52:00 PM Indeed, it is, Jeff. I have no idea what prompted it or where it came from. I just had these images and wrote them as I saw them. Not trying to be St. John here. Thanks.