Attis

All shall sing of Attis 
As the moon of Rhea 
And not with bells’ thunder
And not with a wind flute 
All shall sing, all shall sing 
As shepherd of the stars
As heaven’s crescent moon

Date: 03/03/2022
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Note:Rhea is pronounced RAY-uh, making two syllables.

Inspired by a Naassene poem from the Gnostic Bible.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Roper Avatar
March 10, 2022 at 3:17 PM
Great Pleiades and information on Attus, David, congratulations on your win. Blessings to you
Alex Avatar
March 8, 2022 at 6:50 PM
Beautiful writing on Attis. Congratulations!
May Avatar
March 8, 2022 at 3:51 PM
Congrats on your win David, Nicely penned
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