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and the Genocide against Palastinians continue, churches that existed for 1000's of years bombed and destroyed by Zionists

 

 

 

 

Bethlehem to Nazareth

A road often traveled
migrants and the meek
against all odds
serenity, peace
the quiet longing of the villagers
the blessing every family sought

Those who feared his voice
struck at Jesus and his teachings
they may have crucified his body
not the teachings of love
wisdom and esteem
a Palestinian Jew himself
in the heavens he weeps to this day
the Zionists have not stopped
not stopped at all their evil ways
their hardness of heart endures

The son of the universe
of humanity, divine presence
an outstretched hand for all
he has spoken two thousand years before
Kings and Zionists still deaf
this Christmas time of peace and love
I whisper softly

In the voice of Jesus 
as white doves circle 
above the manger of birth
he whispers compassion, he breathes kindness
and Bethlehem is born again.
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Etgen-Baker Avatar
December 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
wow, captivating from beginnning to end. Left me speechless. The ending was touching and hopeful
Onclaud Avatar
December 14, 2025 at 5:45 PM
despite the dark of times, i wish you a blessed holyday, arthur...
Maverick Avatar
December 13, 2025 at 10:58 AM
May it be so Arthur..All blessings for Christmastime for Gaza for Ukraine for Venezuala...And for the genuine Christians in America. Of whom I am sure there are many.! Yeshua is Lord.)
Kelii Kekaula Avatar
December 11, 2025 at 7:34 AM
Worldly conflicts: deafness, power, and pride, the futile logic of war, and the actions of those motivated by worldly power. An emotional and theological critique of political and nationalistic motives that ignore the core Christian values of peace and universal humanity.
Maverick Avatar
December 13, 2025 at 10:59 AM
True words Hilo..May God be with you.)
Poet Avatar
December 11, 2025 at 4:27 AM
Your poem presents a poignant exploration of themes such as peace, suffering, and the enduring legacy of Jesus's teachings.
Maverick Avatar
December 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Hello Sotto, all blessings in Jesus name.'
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