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Show Me the Way

So long have I harped of regret, For price of vice is not paid yet, With rueful heart, Lord, now I pray; O God, won't you show me the way. Contrite in careless deeds of yore, As mindless acts morals abhor, I seek amends, and humbly say; O God, won't you show me the way. With remorse I sail for morrow, Steer life’s ship through pain and sorrow, And vow, all debts, I shall repay; O God, won't you show me the way. In lonesome past alone I moan, For blunders made now I atone, And pledge your edicts, I'll obey; O God, won't you show me the way. Though evil lurks, tries to cajole, While, toll immoral, taxes soul, From goodwill divine I won't stray; O God, won't you show me the way. Written: January 12, 2023 Placed 1st: Revealing Your Soul…Poetry Contest Sponsor: Soto Poet Form: Kyrielle (eight syllables per line)

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Date: 7/14/2023 4:22:00 PM
Looks like something I would write. Pure and simple.
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Date: 7/4/2023 1:43:00 PM
A soul stirring, beautiful prayer, Vijay. Remarkably written. :)
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Date: 2/8/2023 12:24:00 AM
Cry of a devout soul! All answers lie within. Beautiful write, Vijay, enjoyed every word
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Date: 1/19/2023 10:13:00 AM
Beautiful homage in a perfect form Vijay. :)
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/28/2023 3:03:00 PM
Many thanks, Linda--much appreciate.
Date: 1/18/2023 10:41:00 PM
This is a beautiful prayer, Vijay, congratulations:)
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/28/2023 3:02:00 PM
Thank you Jo--much appreciate.
Date: 1/17/2023 11:33:00 AM
Hi Vijay, i lost my previous, validation somehow, your poem which I see as a pledge to God, moved me and brought me to tears, Blessings, Jennifer.
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/28/2023 3:02:00 PM
Thanks again, Jennifer.
Date: 1/17/2023 10:25:00 AM
And I predict this will be POTD tomorrow my friend. What a wonderful pledge you made to God - I'm Certain God heard you loud and clear and you brought me to faithful tears! Congratulations on your win. Hugs and blessings Vijay, Jennifer.
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/28/2023 3:02:00 PM
Thank you my friend--much appreciate.
Date: 1/17/2023 8:59:00 AM
Well done, Vijay! Kyrielle is such a great way to poetically pray! Congratulations!
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/28/2023 3:01:00 PM
Thank you my friend. Much appreciate.
Date: 1/16/2023 4:25:00 PM
A huge CONGRATS on your really well-deserved win with this deeply spiritual poem, Vijay! Janice
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/28/2023 3:01:00 PM
Many thanks Janice--much appreciate.
Date: 1/16/2023 1:58:00 PM
So a win here then Vijay.. I'm not surprised The reality you bring to the reader Can be verified by any such Who have lived I shall put A little' and by ohers A little Too much..'
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/28/2023 3:01:00 PM
Thank you Jo--much appreciate.
Date: 1/15/2023 11:02:00 AM
Congratulations on your win in Lasaad's contest, Vijay. Great journey of an open confessions, and prayers . Many Blessings My Friend
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/15/2023 12:54:00 PM
So glad to read your kind remarks. Many thanks, Eve.
Date: 1/14/2023 9:41:00 PM
"price of vice is not paid yet", "From goodwill divine I won't stray; O God, won't you show me the way" - Great work. Congratulations!
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/15/2023 12:54:00 PM
Thank you Christuraj--much appreciate.
Date: 1/14/2023 8:34:00 PM
Back to your beautiful prayer with Congratulations on your First place win in Sotto Poet's Contest.
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/15/2023 12:54:00 PM
Thank you for your return visit, Valsa. Much appreciate, as always.
Date: 1/14/2023 10:34:00 AM
A beautiful prayer, Vijay. Congratulations on your win!
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/15/2023 12:52:00 PM
Glad you liked the poem, Ann. Much appreciate your visit and comments. Many thanks.
Date: 1/14/2023 9:08:00 AM
A prayer straight from the heart, apt for the contest in Kyriele form Vijayji... nice rhymes too... Am sure this will win great... God bless... ~ Ani
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/15/2023 12:51:00 PM
Much appreciate your kind remarks, Ani. Many thanks for visiting and commenting.
Date: 1/14/2023 7:23:00 AM
A great spiritual poem which reminds me of a song I hear every day on YouTube. "God will find a Way" Great win and a fav.
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/15/2023 12:50:00 PM
So nice to read your comments. I am honored by your FAVE, Victor. Much appreciate, as always. Many thanks.
Date: 1/14/2023 6:07:00 AM
Congratulations on your top contest win with this fantastic poem, Vijay. Blessings
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/15/2023 12:50:00 PM
Much appreciate, Lasaad. Many thanks for sponsoring contests.
Date: 1/13/2023 8:10:00 AM
A humble and heartfelt prayer, expressing contrition over your past blunders and flaws with a resolve not to repeat them. Definitely God will show you the way. All the Best in the contest, dear friend.
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/13/2023 3:51:00 PM
Thank you my friend for stopping by with your kind insights. Much appreciate, as always, Valsa. Many thanks.
Date: 1/12/2023 3:35:00 PM
How can God refuse a request made with such an ardent heart, he will not, I'm sure, love your poem Vijay and your soul spirit. It shows through everything you share :)
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/13/2023 5:59:00 AM
So very kind of you Vienna. Enjoyed reading your kind remarks. Many thanks for your visit and comments.
Date: 1/12/2023 9:29:00 AM
Such an outstanding prayer, declaration! Each day we have the opportunity for new birth, to become a reborn being in the eyes of man and our God. Though men may wish not to see the change, for no prophet is honored in his/her own town, God sees all~ judging only our hearts and not their perilous journeys. A FAV!
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2023 10:56:00 AM
Honored to receive your FAVE, Joe. Your analysis, as always, is on mark my friend. Many thanks for your insights. And a very special thank you for your comments and for the FAVE.
Date: 1/12/2023 9:00:00 AM
Through trials, heartache and doubt, even when moments are low and you're in the valley- God is always near. My heart rejoices knowing this truth. God will always show a way of escape. Your thoughts are beautiful, tender and so uplifting. Many wonderful blessings to you, Vijay. Hugs, Brandy
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2023 10:54:00 AM
Yes, the presence of almighty is always soothing and omnipresent. Delighted to read your feedback, as always, my friend. Hugs and blessings to you as well, Brandy. Many thanks.
Date: 1/12/2023 8:47:00 AM
With all the demands life makes on us it's easy to lose our way and we cry out for spiritual help as our pride gets in the way and we feel unable to seek help elsewhere. Well written Vijay and best of luck in the contest. Tom
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2023 10:50:00 AM
Always appreciate your presence on Soup and of course, on my page. Much appreciate your insightful remarks, Tom. Many thanks.
Date: 1/12/2023 7:01:00 AM
Your "Show Me the Way" is a wonderful write. Good Luck. Have a blessed day.................
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2023 10:49:00 AM
Glad you liked the poem, Paula. Happy to read your kind remarks. Much appreciate. Many thanks.
Date: 1/12/2023 6:43:00 AM
Oh I love this faithful poem. I can feel this and it is also inspiring and comforting! A Fave for me :)
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2023 10:48:00 AM
Glad you found the poem inspiring, my friend. Much appreciate your supportive comments, as always, Heidi. Honored by your FAVE. Many thanks.
Date: 1/12/2023 6:27:00 AM
Great faith based work for Lasaad's contest. Way to go. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara
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Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2023 10:46:00 AM
Much appreciate your visit and comments, Sara. Many thanks for stopping by with your kind remarks.

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