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Author's Notes: This Terza Rima, "The Holy Dust of Creation's Seed Sown," is a collaborated poem written by Michael Clarke, Liam McDaid, and me. It was completed on June 10, 2017. This particular poem addresses the highly metaphorical theme of the "ancient dust of creation's seed" originally placed on Earth by God's very hand. Given the poem's overall message, and the metaphors, symbolism, and imagery used in deriving the verses, all three of us believe that the reader will find our poetic interpretation to be of interest. At least, all three of us hope this will be the case. This poem, as with most poems of this nature, started out in a series of fragmented thoughts and ideas. And finally, we were able to pull the whole narrative together here for this final product. The Terza Rima format seemed ideal for this write given its particular theme. This poem employs the traditional "Terza Rima" rhyming sequence used by Dante Alighieri in his famous classical poem, "The Divine Comedy," completed in the year 1320, and first published in 1555. The rhyming sequence, as modified for this poem, is:  aba/bcb/cdc/ded/efe/fgf/ghg/hh. We sincerely hope you enjoy this poem!! (Gary Bateman - June 10, 2017) (Terza Rima)
 
Categories: creation, god, heaven, love, metaphor, symbolism, and spiritual. 
The Holy Dust of Creation’s Seed Sown Born from this ancient dust of creation's seed sown now so true, Whilst sparkling inside a mystical divine light on this dark night, I’m nourished from the living waters—the oceans deep and blue. Majestic wings rise high in the waves basking in Heaven’s light, Crowning the blest halo golden ring around this angel very dear, Whilst I kiss warmly the salt of the deep oceans stirring at night. Spiced now in a seabed, a rainbow’s gem shineth pure so clear, That a traveler in this radiant world of delight knows real love Is what we all seek as sparkling diamonds now appear so near. Where the rivers flow down a mountain’s verdant slope because There, in the highs and lows of these rivers, tears soak the Earth, Falling and rising from the dust, ashes are memories of what was. I have abounding faith in this life’s bond as Nature begins her rebirth, Eclipsed by a peerless beauty inside, wild passions grown now strong. A liquid sphere appears in our mortal lives reaching its point of girth. In the cerulean oceans mystic gulls cry deep echoes bringing us along. We find peace kneeling as a psychic mantel covers our thoughts pure, As that special circle of brilliance radiates within life’s treat so strong. By God’s hand the ancient dust of creation’s seed is with us to assure, Mankind’s perpetuity on Earth as part of His most holy divine vision. Only God knows mankind’s destiny rests in His divine hands for sure. The ancient dust of creation’s seed is part of God’s omnipotent precision, For He’s the one who shall guide us all heavenward by His final decision. Gary Bateman, Michael Clarke, and Liam McDaid A Collaborated Poem, Copyright © All Rights Reserved June 10, 2017 (Terza Rima) Terza Rima Rhyming Sequence: aba bcb cdc ded efe fgf ghg hh Format Note: This poem employs the traditional rhyming scheme used by Dante Alighieri in “The Divine Comedy,” ending with a couplet, rhyming with the previous tercet’s middle line.

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Date: 7/6/2017 1:49:00 PM
I have to fav this exquisite gem should I never another ! Bravo and bold salute to you three fine poets for this magnificent creation! The depth skill, beauty and flow in this gem is truly inspiring. Gary my friend, you, Mike and Liam are a great writing team!!
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Gary Bateman
Date: 7/7/2017 9:04:00 AM
Hello Robert, Thanks very much for your wonderful comments and for the FAVE on behalf of Liam, Mike, and me. We were all very fortunate with this particular theme. I know that you can certainly appreciate what goes into constructing a particular Terza Rima like this one. Again, I'm very pleased, as are Liam and Mike, that you liked our selection here. Continued Best Wishes to you and your family from both Ingrid and me!! Cheers and Best, Gary Reply
Date: 7/3/2017 8:44:00 PM
This poem resonates.
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Gary Bateman
Date: 7/4/2017 2:18:00 AM
Thanks Alex. Appreciate your note here very much. Cheers, Gary
Date: 7/2/2017 11:06:00 AM
The Authors of this poem selection want take a moment to thank Mr. John Hamilton very much for his timely observation of a grammar tense and usage error we had inadvertently made with this poem when we originally used "seed sewn" as opposed to "seed sown." This one stared us in the face while we were crafting this poem through its various stages. And somehow, we didn't catch it. Again, many thanks are in order to our fine poet colleague, John Hamilton!! Cheers and Best to All, Gary Bateman
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Date: 6/27/2017 11:06:00 PM
Gary, you guys work good together, I like the product. God Bless.
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Gary Bateman
Date: 6/29/2017 4:56:00 PM
Thanks Rob for your note here!! I know that I speak for Mike and Liam too when I say we all really appreciate your read of our collaborated effort here. Best Wishes Always, Gary
Date: 6/11/2017 12:38:00 PM
i call this the golden trinity of three souls gary this just blew my mind reading truly one that will stand the test of time a classic thank you gary and mike always for the pleasure of joining ink with you both is an honour wishing you both a blessed week
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Gary Bateman
Date: 6/11/2017 6:33:00 PM
Thanks Very Much Liam!! I'm glad to see that you and Mike posted your thoughts here. (As you know -- this one turned out with perfect balance and symmetry!!) It was great working with you guys -- as always!! Cheers, Gary
Date: 6/11/2017 12:11:00 PM
Hi Gary, it is always an honour and a great pleasure to be able to share ink with poets of the callibre of Liam and yourself. It is always such a joyous surprise to see the finished outcome. This is an outstanding write. You make the piece sing Gary. Everything is brought together into a flow of interesting imagery. Gary, from the title to the last word you have pulled together a masterpiece. I am glad i played my small part in this song. Excellent Gary. This is a fave. Your Friend always....M
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Gary Bateman
Date: 6/11/2017 6:42:00 PM
Thanks Mike!! Always too my pleasure to work with you and Liam together. The various theme and imagery fragments you guys came up with helped to define and shape the final product and all efforts to synergize the final version of this wonderful poem. Thanks Again!! Cheers, Gary
Date: 6/10/2017 4:56:00 PM
Hi Gary,Liam n' Mike!This is a very beautiful, uplifting n' outstanding Terza Rima poem, that the three of you have painted and delivered here , my dearest friends.I truly enjoyed it!Just dazzling!Very beautifully written piece!Just awesome!:))I love it!A masterpiece!Great imagery too!Fantastic collaboration guys! Most excellent!Your pens are truly mighty golden!A 7 + + + to each!A fav ! :))And thank you so much guys, for writing, sharing, and posting this very beautiful, amazing poetic piece today:))Wishing you all a very lovely week ahead!In His light God bless you always!:))Love n' hugs!xoxox D.^O^
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Date: 6/10/2017 5:13:00 PM
Thanks very much D!! on behalf of Mike, Liam, and me. This particular write was actually a long time in coming. Our mutual thoughts on this one lingered for a while until we pulled it together in this Terza Rima. And thanks too for the TR/FAV!! All of us liked how the final product turned out. Continued Best Wishes!! Have a great weekend!! G!!
Date: 6/10/2017 2:59:00 PM
- "The Holy Dust of Creation's Seed Sewn" ... a great title that tells me this is a wonderful writing - A masterpiece by you Gary, Mike and Liam - This one's just have to be a fav. - Liam + me posted :" - Young Divine Happiness - " - Best wishes for a wonderful weekend to you all :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 6/10/2017 3:13:00 PM
Thanks Anne-Lise on behalf of Mike, Liam, and me!! And thanks for the FAVE too!! The draft ideas on this one lingered for about two months or so until we focused to get it completed. We're all happy with the final result of this poem. (I will take a read of your and Liam's latest one!!) Again, thanks and best wishes for all of us!! Cheers, Gary

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