Vanya Evangeline Poet Clerihew

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Lord of the Western Sea

Christian daimyo, Yukinaga Konishi
Born a merchant, became Commander of the Sea
Granted favour by God and man
Defended faith throughout the land

A youth once given his father's name
Twin strokes that promised a life of pain
Graven in paradoxical parts
Warrior with a gentle heart
In a world that met cruelty with acclaim

Defeat in war cost him his head
But faith he held unto his death:
"The things on Earth are all in vain
But when they pass, God shall remain."

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Andrea Dietrich June 23, 2025 at 1:32 PM gosh, I never heard of him. Sounds like an outstanding historical figure. Vanya Evangeline June 24, 2025 at 12:53 AM Yeah, he is my all-time favourite historical person. His biography is truly fascinating, and despite having gone through a lot of moral compromises, a lot of aspects of his life actually mirrors Christ Himself.