Nostradamus

Working late at night,
The seer gazes into time:
Through a water bowl.

In private study,
He trembles in his robe as-
Foresight...fills the room.

Through late night vigils;
Divine splendor set to page:
He foretells of time.

Fanciful visions,
In the countless prophecies;
Bizarre imagery.

One-thousand quatrains,
Layered with lurid details:
Keenly...camouflaged. 

Bold...obscure verses,
Flow with brave trepidation:
From a ceaseless quill.

With his astrolabe,
His poetic prophecies-
Speak of disaster.

Visions of dear days,
Recorded on parchment by-
The hand of a sage.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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March 23, 2010 at 7:51 AM
Enjoyed this one a lot, Raul. Ever heard of Edwin Casey? He is a more modern version of Nostradamus.
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January 16, 2010 at 10:56 PM
I am still dazzled and preplexed by the visions he saw before they happened. This Choka brings him into the present. Thank you for once again sharing your amazing talent, Raul. Laine
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January 11, 2010 at 8:51 PM
the twelfth-planet escorts the blue star upon us in 2012....good work! Raul! jimbo
Haick Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 2:39 PM
Another remarkable write, Raul. Fascinating seer, wonderfully gifted but not envied!! Great write! Peace, Audrey
Goff Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 1:30 PM
yes, his door led to today.....nice work! Raul! jimbo
Bono Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 12:03 PM
I posted a new poem entitled,Time For a Change.I think you will like it.
Richards Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 11:13 AM
Once again, you have written a stunning piece on this facinating figure....what a burden it might be to see into the future. I think it may not have been an easy gift to live with. Well done, Raul....quite thought provoking to see what has already come true!!
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January 10, 2010 at 11:09 AM
Well crafted piece of work. You can almost see the old guy at work. The 3 line stanzas work very well here. On a personal note I dont think he really was able to foretell stuff. Regards: Déirdre
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January 10, 2010 at 9:37 AM
This is a nice new style for you, Raul. I like the topic and the writing. Best Wishes, Carolyn
Bono Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 9:04 AM
Thank you for picking one of my poems for your contest.It's pretty cool to see your name up there no matter what place it is.Hope all is well and thank you for everything.
Fraser Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 7:05 AM
Super piece Raul, you summed up this clever man in style >> James
Kendrick Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 3:55 AM
The prophets of old were enlightened by God with great knowledge. Keep the creative pen flowing. Sara
Marcum Wong Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 12:48 AM
A sage indeed! Your descriptive piece denotes his glowing achievements with flair and honor. A great poem!
La France Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 12:26 AM
Sometimes, I feel like I hold that ceaseless quill in my own late night vigils... .. what a wonderul poem you have given us... and thanks for your comments on my poetry..
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