Pyramid

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"In the Egyptian creation myth, a small peak called Benben rose from dark, chaotic waters. The creator God Atum appeared on this peak to create the world. The pyramid’s capstone peak represents creation and order. It acts as a two-way connection and pivot between heaven and earth, where the mortal meets the immortal. The pharaohs climb the stairway of light beams from the peak to join the stars."

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PEAK
rose up
through dark sea

light created world
pyramid is stairway
pharaohs climb to join stars

"peak pivots earth to the divine"

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 8/14/2025 2:13:00 PM

John, this is stunning! Every line is filled with carefully chosen images that work together to create a sense of wonder You have taken this simple form and created an eloquent depth of the mystical. Best wishes for the contest! Blessings.