Crucified

in love
he held hands out
wore the flowerless crown
and hung on the branches of faith
ignored
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Merryman Avatar
July 27, 2021 at 5:32 AM
So much said in such few words. A beautiful cinquain, Sandra! Congrats on your win in Brian's contest! Blessings, Kim M
Alex Avatar
July 26, 2021 at 1:47 AM
A beautiful Cinquain on the redeemer. Congratulations!
Ligon Avatar
October 1, 2013 at 3:46 PM
"Branches of faith". What faith it took for Jesus to trust His father's plan for salvation, and what amazing faith we are saved by!
Lamoureux Avatar
September 29, 2013 at 12:00 PM
This is so moving! I feel blessed reading it.
Anglesey Avatar
September 29, 2013 at 9:51 AM
Wow Sandra, such a stunning portrayal of the crucifiction. Superb write
Onclaud Avatar
September 28, 2013 at 11:57 AM
bold write, sandra... the pleaure and pain of affection so well expressed!.. thanks for passin through.. :) huggs
Richards Avatar
September 28, 2013 at 9:56 AM
What a powerful and amazing few words! Wow!
Mcdaid Avatar
September 27, 2013 at 4:19 PM
such a powerful piece in few words
Kendrick Avatar
September 27, 2013 at 10:53 AM
Perfection indeed…You speak of His love for us in that while we were yet sinners he died for us..Sara
May Avatar
September 27, 2013 at 6:50 AM
powerful write Sandra...well written...
Dietrich Avatar
September 26, 2013 at 9:56 PM
LIke Jack here says, this has great impact. That last line nailed it. (Just realized that made a bad pun after I said it!!!) I think you did a splendid cinquain.
Ellison Avatar
September 26, 2013 at 7:34 PM
So short but oh such meaning and impact! Love Jack xoxox
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