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Soul is neither born nor does it die. Having come into being once, it never ceases to be. It is unborn, eternal, permanent, primeval.

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Beryl Edmonds

Date: 2/8/2024 3:24:00 PM

Dear Sara, I’m hopeful that our souls find eternal rest, in heaven where we are endlessly blessed. Lovely musing… Beryl

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/8/2024 4:22:00 PM

I share your sentiments and beliefs, Beryl. Thanks for stopping by and for commenting. Have a blessed evening, hugs. Sara

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/6/2024 8:14:00 PM

They all say that this is true. Let's see what happens...

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/7/2024 4:37:00 AM

I agree...the promise and hope of the wait & see. :-)

Yolanda Nicholsen

Date: 1/6/2024 5:54:00 PM

this is very nice enjoyed reading your work.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/7/2024 4:37:00 AM

thank you, Yolanda. I appreciate your visit and your upbeat comments. Have a pleasant Sunday, Sara

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 1/6/2024 4:38:00 PM

One of the mind-boggling questions, my friend. If it can not be created or destroyed, how did it begin. Another thought-provoking poem, my friend.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/6/2024 5:36:00 PM

thanks for your visit, Jerry, and for your kind comments. Have a great weekend, Sara

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 1/6/2024 11:06:00 AM

Both poem and picture are pleasing. This is another beautiful poem.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/6/2024 5:37:00 PM

awww, thank you, Hilda! I appreciate your kind words & support. Enjoy your weekend, Sara

Christina Bowring

Date: 1/6/2024 10:12:00 AM

Absolutely love this insightful, deep, thoughtful poem dear Sara and spiritually, it resonates with me as it will with so many others with the soul being eternal. A very reflective read so well written from your talented, gifted poetic pen. Thank you for sharing this gem. I do hope that you had a wonderful Christmas/ New Year. Hugs and blessings to you both for a peaceful, radiant 2024. Xx :):)

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/6/2024 5:38:00 PM

thanks, Christina, for stopping by and for taking the time to give me such wonderful feedback. I'm grateful my poem resonated with you. I'm humbled by your kind words about my poetic pen...they mean a great deal to me, though. Thanks for your blessings. Wishing you a blessed and peaceful new year as well, hugs, Sara

Regina Elliott

Date: 1/6/2024 9:08:00 AM

A magnificent penning, dear Sara. So eternal and ethereal, well spoken. Hugs xx

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/6/2024 5:39:00 PM

thank you, Regina. I appreciate you and your comments. Have a splendid evening, Sara

Joseph May

Date: 1/6/2024 7:59:00 AM

Your words ring true in this "soulful" write, Very nicely penned

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/6/2024 5:39:00 PM

thank you, kind Joseph. I appreciate your visit and your comments. Wishing you a wonderful new year, Sara

Martin Braun

Date: 1/6/2024 7:33:00 AM

direct and very thought provoking. Thank you, Sara. Of a series of poems read, I am happy to land on yours last, so that I can spend time to study its many qualities. Thank you!

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/6/2024 5:41:00 PM

aww...thanks, Martin. I'm grateful you 'landed' on my poem last. I appreciate your kind comments...I'm glad, too, that you found my poem thought-provoking. Have a great evening, Sara

Sotto Poet

Date: 1/6/2024 7:08:00 AM

Your poetic prowess is unparalleled, as evidenced by the brilliance of this composition, dear Sara. The poem effortlessly employs vivid imagery, seamless flow, and boundless imagination to delve into the profound concept of the timeless and everlasting essence of the soul. By using unassuming yet potent language a sense of eternal connection and transcendence is masterfully crafted. I relished your creation, particularly the enigmatic portrayal of the transition from life to death.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/6/2024 5:45:00 PM

thanks for your in depth read of my poem, dear Sotto. I'm grateful for your visit, your insights, and your comments. I'm glad that you saw the potency in the unassuming language and the portrayal of the transition from life to death. Your words mean a great deal to me. Hope you're doing well and having a great start to 2024. Blessings, your poetess friend in Texas, Sara

Vijay Pandit

Date: 1/6/2024 6:33:00 AM

Your musings reach deep, Sara. A meaningful discourse--succinctly delivered.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/6/2024 5:41:00 PM

thanks, Vijay! Your comments are meaningful and I do appreciate them. Have a splendid evening, Sara

Silent One

Date: 1/6/2024 6:30:00 AM

Hey my friend.. poem beautifully explores the timeless and eternal nature of the soul. The use of simple yet powerful words like "unborn," "eternal," "permanent," and "primeval" creates a sense of continuity and transcendence. The idea that the soul is neither born nor dies, having come into being once, speaks to the enduring nature of the inner self. The repetition of the concept of eternity reinforces the sense of timelessness...

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 1/6/2024 5:43:00 PM

thank you, Silent One, for your in depth read of my poem, especially those 'powerful' words you mentioned. I'm grateful that you saw the transcendence of the soul in my words. Indeed, our souls are timeless! Have a splendid weekend, Sara