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Blank Verse { 2 X 2 alternating trochaic pentameter / trochaic hexameter


 

His Grace

Shadows from the first weeds of the garden,
hold and nest the last star’s seat in Heaven.
Now the weight of the cross or a later headstone,
chosen who will have to lose in order to win.
Satiated flavors to extinction, 
rocks became pearls when I saw my own tail.
New trees cover the graves of old men while bearing  
fruits still promising the gifts of faith and knowledge.
In a tear’s small rainbow, a new passion.
Broken by conviction, new foundation.
Lamb of God in seven seals Judea’s lion.
Further drift from the world, but I am not lonely.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Alex Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 10:11 PM
"fruits still promising the gifts of faith and knowledge" - A beautifully written tale. Congratulations!
Carmack Avatar
February 3, 2024 at 9:18 PM
Thank You.
Mcgranor Avatar
April 30, 2023 at 7:17 PM
Praise be to God.
Wells Avatar
July 23, 2021 at 7:22 PM
Quite a layered theological message from an obviously gifted poet with a rich scholarly knowledge of Christian teachings. Nearly every line conveys metaphorical allusion, making the poem a powerful, tightly written masterpiece. I read it several times and learned something more each time.
Carmack Avatar
August 20, 2021 at 6:05 PM
Many thanks Thomas.
Scars Avatar
September 5, 2019 at 10:55 AM
wow I never even heard of those meters! I am still learning IP! lol great poem dear Rob :)-luloo
Carmack Avatar
September 6, 2019 at 7:07 PM
Thanks Lu Loo and God Bless You.
De Beaulieu Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 1:07 PM
Hello Rob Carmack, I have enjoyed this poem. the only thing I can say is Amen. Have a nice day my friend.
Carmack Avatar
September 6, 2019 at 7:06 PM
TY and God Bless You Darlene.
Mcintosh Avatar
August 28, 2019 at 9:42 AM
I enjoyed reading your poem... Am so thankful for His grace. God bless you
Carmack Avatar
September 3, 2019 at 8:35 PM
Thanks Regina. Good to see you back. God Bless You too.
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