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...."be Still!"

The impressions of Doeg, whom slaughtered eight-five priest and their families Always wanting to play tug of war, to keep me from my reason Entangled inside black emeralds of broken glass.... Smiling as I reflect upon it all; these years of recent past While spending the evening communing, composed compromise, with "My Father!" To lift this burden from my shoulders, depredations despicable deposits Never wanting to let go; for lucifer knows if he does, woes will soon there follow.... Oh how he makes me laugh, sometimes, as he bedazzles them with his dance? This infective irony, always trying to lure me within, his chalice of chant; satan Watching deliriums dangling decry from below, until, "The High Priest Melchizedek" arrives ~ A shield also reminding me once again, that my war is not with flesh and blood! Humanities curtain calls of puppets, mastered, amid demoniacs decaying hands Desensitized hypocaustic hypnosis, always peering through the keyholes, of let me in.... But everything has a reason I am also reminded; as not all, can remain within ones own mind Greater visions must be held, in quest; these mountains cast, beyond "The Crest of Light" ~ Standing upon the cliffs golden edge, watching Moses pronounce, "The Glory of God!" Behold, the transfiguration of changing tides.... Faith has brought me here, to these shores across from Galilee To taste the souls of such, as Legion once was, dwelling, amongst the tombs "Be still," trinomials turbulent winds, and crash upon me, your pain no more Slashed by this slicing blade, barriers of illusions, forever gone "Lazarus, come forth," He said, that you may know, dead, is the sting of death As I cast it back into the wind of lost, from whence, it truly came.... Trouble me not henceforth, for "The Holy Temple" has risen And no beast shall stand before, unmarked, by these scorching flames! Smiling to myself as I laugh, inside, at the foolishness, of hades' eyes Scattered, as I walk with Melchizedek once more, beyond the passing Of this Red Seas ways.... These shadows of sacrilege, never again, shall they call my name Among there valley of soon to be's forever, and eternal grave! My enemy is not humanity, flesh or blood; nor am I, but a hopeless dream "Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani?"~No! Not even if ten thousand demons, were about my side The transfiguration, of, these changing tides.... ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ...."Be Still!"

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Date: 8/9/2010 9:35:00 AM
Oh My God! Is all I can say!!!!!!!! You are so TALENTED! I LOVED THIS ONE. I always thought that if I wrote about the devil...I was giving him an in.....I KNOW DIFFERENTLY THROUGH YOUR WRITING! THANK YOU, and Thank You for your beautiful post on my poem!!!!! May God's Blessings continue to always surround You!~Michelle
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Date: 7/15/2010 9:24:00 PM
Very deep and linguistic. Inclined thoughts and reason here. Thanks for sharing! Love, Susan
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Date: 7/10/2010 4:17:00 PM
WOW! Very dramatic with a biblical and revelation type write. Well expressed. I write a poem, starting with, "Be Still", but it is very different. This is about the end of calamities by evil powers, due to the presence of the Holy One, which I imagine you mean, Christ. You sure use some interesting vocabulary. Thanks for sharing and thank you for your kind comments on mine yesterday. Caroline.
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Date: 7/7/2010 3:58:00 AM
Interesting thoughts that you have penned ..Keep the pen busy writing great works for us to read...Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my work...I do not know about Linda-Marie's date of departure or return...I do read her work and enjoy doing so..Sara
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Date: 7/6/2010 11:19:00 PM
John I would be delighted to answer your question. No is the answer Linda's trip got set back, do to the piolt not returning. She send me a message saying she has to enjoy Hawaii for another Week..Don't you think she is such a lucky lady. I do wish I was the one taking that extra week. Thank you for the s-mail.. I replied back to your mail. Hope you receive my mail. Always & take care,..LeeAnn
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Date: 7/5/2010 10:36:00 PM
a very compelling write, along with its meaning. the enemy can take a lot of things from us, but we also do that to them, but soon in time, either you or the other wins.or you become friends, the strangest things happen. and even then, good is always there. a really great write from you John, i hope you had a wonderful 4th of July. and i apologize for the late comments ~Always&Forever Lynette
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Date: 7/5/2010 9:37:00 AM
Some amazingly deep lines here,my dear John! Such will and power to follow "The Glory of God!" conveyed through your words...in each and one of us there is a struggle between good and evil..I believe goodness will always prevail in your heart! Sweet kisses, Emily PS:I'll be in vacation in Rome for two weeks! Please keep writing and I promise I will read all of your wonderful poems when I get back! Have a great time till then!:)
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Date: 7/4/2010 9:01:00 PM
'My enemy is not humanity,flesh or blood,nor am I,but a hopeless dream',intense verse,'Entangled inside black emeralds of broken glass'..Its like I've read this gem John,and I'm reading it again,I can read,feel this battletJohn,between good and evil,Its always there,but so is the transfiguration of tides which bring'the glory of God'. .great introspection,reflection of our faith,glad I reread this gem. .Have a great night,and tnx for stopping by to read me,John..C
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Date: 7/4/2010 1:25:00 PM
Quite intense John and very deep your last line is awesome indeed.. its more like a Narrative piece .. enjoyed the content and context too.. with luv from the "Sweetheart" in Hawaii..on vacation.. AlohA..
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Date: 7/4/2010 12:44:00 PM
What a wonderful day to run in to a very strong poem written by the sweet charmer of John R., enjoyed your poem. I find your poem to be very brilliant, with a nice message hidden in every line. Love your form and style of poetry John. Hope you are enjoy your day today. The same way I have enjoyed your poem, also have your self a wonderful & safe 4th of july. Looks nice outside today,..LeeAnn
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Date: 7/4/2010 12:36:00 PM
Rest in Him, John! It's true that we do not battle flesh and blood. However the battle is already won and death is dead if we only believe, live and yes, "Be Still". From one mortal to another, I say, hold on and yes, "Be still" He's at your side! Love, Audrey
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