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Pure Heart - Mirror

Written: April 25, 2024, For Sara Kendrick Mirror Contest

Rumi Quote 4: " The pure heart is a spotless mirror in which images of 
                 infinite beauty are reflected"

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Inhale an ambrosian scent of soul embrace,
A spotless mirror, a balmily sacred space.
Where grace and limitless vistas reside,
A mirror of marvels dwells inside.

Mirrors of the soul portray what lies within, 
Embers of deceit and virtue—a place to hide.
Within glitzy mirrors lurks crestfallen mystery,
Derisory echoes and whispers from history. 

They wear us down, akin to sighs in the wind,
To discern diaphanous time with the air behind.
Gazing into a mirror, we quietly weigh a vow,
Reflecting images across time in a wide bow.

An empyreal elegy was mirrored in our myth,
Weary sighs faded in threnodic dream pith. 
Tedium gradually accumulates over time,
Memories of the past are bathed—sublime.

Every thud echoes love and reminisce,
With each inhale, it exhales pure bliss.
A clean soul's heart is an heirloom of wellness,
Earnest quintessence of morality and fairness.

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Sara Kendrick May 3, 2024 at 3:25 PM Congratulations on your winning work in my contest. Thank you for participating. Way to go. Sara K

Jay Narain April 26, 2024 at 10:16 AM Nicely penned poem dwelling in essence of Rumi's thoghts.

Daniel Henry Rodgers April 26, 2024 at 7:35 AM Hello Sotto, What a mesmerizing journey into the depths of the soul, echoing Rumi's profound wisdom. The descriptions of mirrors reflect the complexities of human experience with eloquence and grace. I loved how your poetic words are filled with introspection and reverence. We need to explore the beauty and purity within which makes this a soul-stirring piece. - Blessings, Daniel

Speaks Volumes April 25, 2024 at 5:19 PM Your capture and release of the vibrant diction you use dear friend is intoxicating. I lose myself in the beauty of your words. Sotto Poet April 25, 2024 at 6:33 PM Nice to hear from you, dear Wendy, and I appreciate your nice sentiments. I have no choice but to respond to your genuine sentiments solely on my page. I hope you're doing well.

Vijay Pandit April 25, 2024 at 2:45 PM Verses mesmerizing, my friend--emanating from depths of hearts--dwelling in essence of your Rumi quote. You painted your theme prompt brilliantly from echoes of beloved memories. Yet another winner!

Paula Goldsmith April 25, 2024 at 12:27 PM I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Pure Heart-Mirror" write. Love your line, "Mirrors of the soul portray what lies within,  Embers of deceit and virtue—a place to hide." "Good Luck" Have a blessed day writing away................

Jay Narain April 25, 2024 at 10:44 AM "Loved your poem on pure heart - mirror. Lots of imagery and metaphors from a creative poet."