Bridegroom of the Sky

Like a bridegroom crowned in crimson,
He rises out of his chamber,
Scarlet circlets round his person,
Bedecked in tangerine amber; 

With tears of joy* shed on the grass,
The world rejoices when he comes,
His smile's reflected on the glass 
Of each river, as daylife* thrums; 

An incarnadine cirque, he glows
From one end of heaven's doorway,
In merry-go-round, he follows 
His circuit till the end of day;

The birds belt out ballads divine 
When he stirs them with soft caress;
But, he's barely a ball of shine 
Before the Sun of Righteousness*.

-------------18.11.16-------------

( *Tears of joy - dew;
  *Daylife - opposite of nightlife
  *Sun of Righteousness - Lord Jesus Christ )
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Dutta Avatar
December 22, 2016 at 12:06 PM
Congrats Jo to win top place on your nice piece. Best wishes.
Kendrick Avatar
December 22, 2016 at 10:15 AM
Your choice of the five choices is excellent in my book..I was so delighted to read your poem..Thanks for the entry in my contest your participation was encouraging and uplifting to me..Congrats on your placement..Sara
Daniel Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 1:15 AM
Thank you, Sara:) I'm much encouraged by the top spot awarded:) the challenge was tough, but once I got the inspiration from Psalms 19, it became easier:) all glory be to God:)
Smith Avatar
December 19, 2016 at 12:01 PM
Well done Jo, congratulations...
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 19, 2016 at 5:23 AM
Congratulations on a well deserved first place! How beautifully you venerate divine love Jo. This poem is exquisite and a fave for me! 7 ; ) Have a blessed holiday my friend.
Medders Tobechi Avatar
December 18, 2016 at 10:10 PM
There is no sun greater than the Son. I am here to testify to your feelings and faith. Great write. Congrats on 1st place.
Dietrich Avatar
December 17, 2016 at 8:58 PM
I see why Sara chose this one. You both are so much alike in the way you proclaim your love of the Lord, Jo. Great imagery and congrats for top spot.
Bhurani Avatar
December 17, 2016 at 8:32 AM
Congratulations...this poem is indeed a winner.
Nusker Avatar
December 7, 2016 at 11:32 AM
Shinning like a bright sun, is this poem. Simply fabulous! A 7 & I am going to put it in my fav list.
Gupta Avatar
November 18, 2016 at 11:34 PM
Lovely and great ...
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