I Rise

I rise not as one on a fluff of cloud driven high by gentle bellows of faith, caffeine of religion -- priests selling rides, promising chariots and crowns…. Inflation God’s aspiration breathed into me and my out Sanctity is not a medal talisman nor icon wealth need not be sought as much simply allowed books and chants can be more distraction than elevation one need only open one’s hand, Love’s internal reach already our gift and grasp….

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Hiya Sharma

Date: 10/24/2023 7:20:00 AM

Oh my, words of wisdom are reflecting in every line of this write, so brilliantly written with evocative thoughts, quite profound.. We already possess what is required to attain peace and serenity of enlightenment, our heart and soul, but only if we have the awareness to work in accordance with the guidance of the God... By being actually spiritual and listening to those higher frequencies!

Joe Dimino
Date: 10/24/2023 8:27:00 AM

We have it all already -- just needs releasing. Well said, Hiya. Thank you. Blessings.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 10/22/2023 1:35:00 PM

outstanding, Joe. We rise in spirituality not from wealth, worshipping talismans, reading books, and chanting. Opening our hands and hearts to love is a gift close at hand. Nicely done! Have a pleasant Sunday, Sara

Joe Dimino
Date: 10/22/2023 2:59:00 PM

All knowledge already inside of us. Thank you, Sara; of course, the way I see and others see may be very different. A mystery someday to be solved together. Blessings.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 10/22/2023 1:11:00 PM

A wonderful write with a great ending. Have a blessed day.....................

Joe Dimino
Date: 10/22/2023 3:00:00 PM

Thank you, Paula; have a beautiful weekend. Blessings.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 10/22/2023 1:09:00 PM

- So beautiful and true, Joe :) - Thank you :) - hugs

Joe Dimino
Date: 10/22/2023 3:00:00 PM

Thank you, Anne; blessings.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 10/22/2023 12:37:00 PM

An absorbing, thought provoking poem. Wonderful words of wisdom. :)

Joe Dimino
Date: 10/22/2023 12:57:00 PM

Hi Evelyn; thank you. Have a great weekend. Blessings.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 10/22/2023 9:59:00 AM

Love is the essence of one's being. How true. Blessings

Joe Dimino
Date: 10/22/2023 12:03:00 PM

Could not be said better! Thank you, Victor. Blessings.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 10/22/2023 9:12:00 AM

books and chants can be more distraction than elevation one need only open one’s hand, Love’s internal reach already our gift and grasp….a message to ponder and reflect on. Brilliant writing my friend.

Joe Dimino
Date: 10/22/2023 12:05:00 PM

No matter how many times people hear that, "the kingdom is in the palm of your hand"...few see the truth and profound significance of Christ's declaration -- and it needs all our united participation if to manifest. Blessings my friend