Sam Kauffman Poet Free verse

Keeper of the Flame

Keeper of the Flame

Flame born in Genesis’ labors
 Springs from the eternal parent’s word,
Image of the ever present truth,
Soars above impotent earth
Lost in the swirling numb abyss
Fragile fire kindled by a vision’s flint
        Bright vow intoned grows a fiery flower

Set upon a high rising hill in trust
Until the Keeper, born from dust,
Stands watch
Raptured sentinel face set against
Howling hurricanes, 
	That rise like screaming phantoms,
And the siroccos plan to shatter fire
	Into embers with its jagged breath;
Cloaked by the chrysalis protection
The Keeper thwarts designs
To kidnap from the mountain fortress
Celestial inspiration’s blaze of grace -
And the wild Kerry dances intent to steal
 	Then slay bright fire
         In the foul air of wicked conflagration -
 
With shields forged in eternity’s tinder grace,
Keeper, Guardian,
Fends off fiends of stalking chants;
A smokeless incense of inspiration rises 
Forever young 
A blessing kindled for the Keeper’s heart
Ambassador anointed - guardian of the eternal flame.

3-24-22
Contest: This or That
Title chosen Keeper of the Flame
Sponsor: Edward Ibeh

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Christuraj Alex March 27, 2022 at 11:16 PM Persisting on keep the flame burning. Beautiful work. Congratulations! Sam Kauffman March 29, 2022 at 10:58 AM Thank you so much Chris. We do great work when we become keepers of the flame - guardians and ambassadors. I see so many keepers of the flame here in the soup and you are one of them! Sending you many blessings my friend.

Sotto Poet March 27, 2022 at 11:29 AM Such an outstanding poem, you really excelled as expected in this writing, Sam. Congratulations on your well deserved win. Best regards Sam Kauffman March 29, 2022 at 10:55 AM Lasaad, I am so humbled by your beautiful words and compliments my friend! Thank you for that gift and blessing. Sending you and your creatively unique pen many blessings.

Edward Ibeh March 27, 2022 at 10:35 AM Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest with this amazing poem, Sam:-) Striking imagery throughout! Sam Kauffman March 29, 2022 at 10:53 AM Edward, thank you! This theme inspired me to reach for a totally different level! I am so grateful for the inspiration that truly is the keeper of the flame - tending and protecting it. Thank you for your placement and all that you do to bless us on the soup. Sending your blessings as we are warmed by this flame!

Valsa George March 25, 2022 at 9:24 AM Sam, I see you fanning this flame hoisted on the hill ! I feel so happy on reading your poem ! All of us are endowed with the self assigned duty of keeping the flame alive to brighten the world in darkness ! A splendid write, dear friend ! Sam Kauffman March 26, 2022 at 12:41 PM Valsa, thank you! Your lovely message truly gave my heart a much needed lift! So grateful these words brought you happy moments! I so agree - all of us have the power to protect and keep the flame burning brightly in the darkness swirling all around us. Edward's theme has given us an opportunity to rededicate ourselves to this quest. Blessings oflight to you dear friend!

Demetrios Trifiatis March 25, 2022 at 5:50 AM A profound and inspiring poem, dearest Sam. Good luck. Blessings. Sam Kauffman March 25, 2022 at 9:05 AM Thank you so much Demetrios! Your words have lifted my spirit! I loved this theme - Keeper of the Flame. It was so inspiring. And, as I mentioned to Eve we are truly blessed to be that keeper - guardians of the light and city on the hill. Sending continued prayers and blessings dear friend.

Eve Roper March 24, 2022 at 9:43 PM Well done, Sam, good luck in Edward's contest. Sam Kauffman March 25, 2022 at 9:01 AM Thank you so much Eve. This theme was stirring! We are truly blessed to be called to protect and tend the light upon the hill. So appreciate your visit and your good wishes! Sending you blessings my friend!