Chrysalis Torn Ii

Pompous are the powerful from lofty height.
Far below and hid from sight, the masses quake.
A doe dazed, sheep grazed, much downtrodden fright,
lift head and heart for you, He’ll not forsake.

The wealth of hearth and home, love, honesty,
Within each grasp, if courage can but rise,
Gifted all, despite place in mortal hierarchy.
Rein the rabid wolf, with God’s law it vies.

Remove the blinders from your down turned eyes.
Raise your chin proudly to your own true Lord,
find heart and try, for freedom is the prize.
Arise, be bold, and cut the bloody cord.

Emerge to face the dawn, chrysalis torn,
lift from the cross of tyranny reborn.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Muzzey Avatar
October 30, 2010 at 9:01 AM
Congratulations on your fourth place win with this wonderful Sonnet. Caryl
Kendrick Avatar
October 28, 2010 at 4:01 PM
Congratulations on your win....Sara
Brown Avatar
October 27, 2010 at 11:02 AM
Congratulations Deborah on your win in John Freeman's Sonnet contest. Love, Carol
K. Avatar
October 27, 2010 at 10:51 AM
Very strong message you have here, Debbie :) Enjoyed reading this insightful sonnet-- congrats on your win :)-- nikko :)
Gorelick Avatar
October 27, 2010 at 7:14 AM
Congrats Deb..I like the use of the chrysalis idea..and its really fits the form..something I cant do very well...well done. BG
Mannan Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 8:56 PM
Many congratulations Deborah for this super win for this well deserved poem.
Richards Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 6:45 PM
Once again....I wish this had been placed higher....it is wonderful Deb! :)
Mehta Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 6:21 PM
Congratulations on this well deserved win, Debbie
Devonshire Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 6:11 PM
Well done, Deb. True to the Shakespearean form and beautiful imagery. Congratulations on your big win! Love, Carolyn
Sweetheart Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 5:42 PM
Congrats Debbie on your big win in Moses contest with this excellent entry luv.. very exciting to read and enjoy your sweet success tonight with luv..
Freeman Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 5:29 PM
Great content Debbie, in this top ten placement presentation, worthy of it's honor. Agape, Moses
Strand Avatar
June 9, 2010 at 11:29 PM
Thank you for supporting my contest Debbie.Rgds Brian
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February 16, 2010 at 6:27 PM
Congratulations on your first win, Deborah! Your faith is the shining armor that all believers wear, and you prove it by the words of this amazing, revealing poem. Freedom is found in the Bible, something Governments have failed to give their own people. God bless you for your proclamation of faith and the audacity of exposing this truth. God bless you and guide you in your quest. Have a wonderful day. Love, hugs, peace and happiness. Andrew.
Butler Avatar
February 16, 2010 at 6:11 PM
Great sonnet. Congrats on the win! -Mike
Winter Avatar
February 16, 2010 at 2:00 PM
Wow!! WooHoo and well deserved congrats!!! An awesome First Place win!!! So lovely to see Debbie gal. Big warm hugs for you! xoxoxo
Smith-Johnsen Avatar
February 16, 2010 at 10:43 AM
Congratulations, Deborah. This one is very deep. I love it. First Place! Bask in the glory that you deserve. This contest has some extremely great poems in it. It's nice to see you recognized. Smiles, Dane Ann
Brown Avatar
February 16, 2010 at 5:34 AM
Congratulations on your win in Mac's Contest Deborah. Love, Carol
La France Avatar
February 15, 2010 at 8:42 PM
Congratulations on first place!!!
Sweetheart Avatar
February 15, 2010 at 2:57 PM
Congrats on your first place win in Mac's contest... luv.. Linda-Marie..
Mcgovern Avatar
February 15, 2010 at 2:38 PM
A beautiiful poem, I love the last two lines. Congratulations on your 1st palce win in my contest. It is a pleasure to read. Mac
Haick Avatar
September 17, 2009 at 8:40 AM
Excellent poem! I pray that our present economic situation will serve as an eye-opener for us to re-evaluate our whole lives, sort out all aspects, hold on to the good and necessary, give away the excess and throw out the junk! Thanks for sharing this Deborah, I love your poems and will read more! Sincerely,Audrey
Bruce Avatar
August 4, 2009 at 6:55 AM
Beautiful poem,beautifully written.May your river of inspiration wash over me
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June 9, 2009 at 5:53 AM
Yes, I DO like this poem. It is magnificent. Deborah, I have found a new poet - a new talent. I am reading you with great enjoyment. Also, I intend to post more of my poetry. I have much, much more, but have neglected to post it. Love your talent. Patricia
Shango Avatar
April 6, 2009 at 8:07 AM
Another revolutionary vision, war to wage from behind the banner of the cross. Deborah, you have a theme like this in your blood, and you need must bleed some more so the world can hear you ... it will be your sacrifice. Enjoying more still
Strand Avatar
February 20, 2009 at 12:42 AM
Debbie thank you for your welcome comments on my posting.Rgds Brian
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