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The Devil's Black Eyes

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Author's Notes: "The Devil's Black Eyes" is an Ottava Rima Stanza that I completed on December 2, 2017. This one's a specialty write I did on the traditional religious bifurcation between "Good" and "Evil," which in the instance of this poem, means the biblical and historical struggle between actions and intentions of "The Devil" and "Almighty God." The words and images of this stanza speak for themselves in depicting the unholy machinations of the Devil and his Demons vis-a-vis God's promise of holy redemption of lost souls, to also include all souls for that matter, as His Angels prepare to escort them on their Ascension to Heaven. Enjoy the read!! (Gary Bateman - December 2, 2017) (Ottava Rima)

Specifications of this Ottava Rima Stanza:

8-Line (or Verse) Octave

Syllabification: 11 Syllables per verse

Total Syllable Count: 88

Syllable Counting Source: howmanysyllables.com

Rhyme Scheme: abababcc

Categories: angel, evil, fantasy, god, metaphor, spiritual, and symbolism.

The Devil’s Black Eyes The Devil’s black eyes burn red-hot on this night, Their piercing stare cut our souls now dark and deep; His demons spread evil lies, fury and fright, On innocents who lieth down in sound sleep; The Devil worships now his Unholy might, As souls lost to God multiple in his keep! We pray to God for his Holy redemption, As Angels escort our souls on Ascension! Gary Bateman, Copyright © All Rights Reserved, December 2, 2017 (Ottava Rima)

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Tahira Parveen

Date: 2/19/2018 12:21:00 PM

Very interesting the way you penned this verse Gary. I must say there is a lot of truth in what you have written.:)

Gary Bateman
Date: 2/20/2018 12:03:00 PM

Hello Tahira!! Thanks for your note here "The Devil's Black Eyes." I'm very pleased that you enjoyed it. I will stay in touch, and I look forward to reading more of your poetry too!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 12/24/2017 4:55:00 AM

Well done, Gary! I love a good dark verse as you know! Great contrast between the holy and the unholy. This style of verse is fascinating. Again, well done. Always, Laura

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/24/2017 4:04:00 PM

Hello Dear Laura!! Merry Christmas wishes to you and your family!! I'm very pleased you liked my Ottava Rima here. Balancing contrasts like this are so very important. I do need to get by to check out your poetry. It's been a while since we last communicated. I've not forgotten you!! Best Always, Gary

Liam Mcdaid

Date: 12/11/2017 1:39:00 PM

your pen is on fire in this write gary the prayers crush the head of the dragon

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/11/2017 5:23:00 PM

Liam Mate!! Many thanks for your demonstrable words of praise. Methinks me "fiery pen" with the sacred "Ink of the Leprechauns" shall always be of service in the quest to crush (destroy) the head of the dragon!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Maria Williams

Date: 12/9/2017 6:09:00 AM

The negative force is always a threat my dear friend. A great insight that you have so eloquently penned. We must keep aware of it but not acknowledge it and keep focused on the light and positive to which we stay connected - at least that's how we have been living our lives...Maria

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/9/2017 6:20:00 PM

Hello Dear Maria!! Thanks for dropping by to read this one too!! I'm always quite fascinated by the eternal struggle between Good and Evil, Light and Darkness, etc. This particular metaphysical disjunction has constantly plagued mankind for quite a while, dating back to the start of human civilization. I'm constantly learning new things about this constant struggle as well. Light and Positive are always the very best way to go!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/2/2017 3:01:00 PM

- Feeling devil black eyes in the neck sometimes - When I think of all evil there is in our world, dear Gary - We really need angel guard - A deep and well written poem - Best wishes for a wonderful weekend to you and Ingrid :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 12/3/2017 12:11:00 PM

- So true, Gary

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/3/2017 7:16:00 AM

Hello Dear Anne!! Best Greetings too from Ingrid and me!! Yes, certainly, I agree with you about all the evil there is in our world. An Angel Guard, yes, for sure!! I'm hopeful, but at the same time, cautious about the current state of mankind. It seems that some people in the various world societies just never learn. Best Wishes Always, Gary

Vijay Pandit

Date: 12/2/2017 10:56:00 AM

Let's hope for his redemption as you say Gary--well written message!

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/2/2017 11:05:00 AM

Hello Vijay, Yes -- I agree with your comment here totally. Over the years, from an artistic perspective, I've written a lot about Good vs. Evil and the impact this continuous struggle has wrought upon Mankind over the centuries. I'm still an optimist though at the end of the day. Best Wishes, Gary

Arthur Vaso

Date: 12/2/2017 10:42:00 AM

I really enjoyed this poem Gary, very well written!

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/2/2017 11:10:00 AM

Thanks Arthur, I'm glad you liked my latest selection here. Good vs. Evil will always be part of our collective human dimension. I always learn something when I do these types of themes. Best Wishes, Gary