The Holy Man

He knew the Holy Books
   He was a Holy Man
He spent his Holy Time
   Roaming o'er the Land

He visited the sick in hospitals
   Brought comfort to those in jails
Gave one and all a blessing
   To tip the Heavenly Scales 

He utilized every second
   He never wasted a breath
Ever pushing and striving upward  
   From birth to day of death

And when he got to Heaven
   The Holy Man, God Himself did greet
Saying, "Of all the beings I've created
   It's you I've longed to meet"

The Holy Man then bowed his head
   And shook it from side to side
Told God he was just obeying orders
   ~ As God broke down and cried
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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October 26, 2018 at 12:51 AM
Really enjoyable poetry! Enjoyed a lot.
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October 26, 2018 at 10:34 AM
Thank you so much, Jagdish. Much appreciated! Best wishes, Gershon
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October 23, 2018 at 1:07 AM
I love this poem!
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October 23, 2018 at 12:49 PM
Appreciate your letting me know! Best wishes, Gershon. (Check soupmail please).
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October 22, 2018 at 7:45 PM
A wonderful narrative, my friend.. I really enjoyed this!! Penned beautifully and so in sync.. Your creativity shines, Gershon!!
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October 22, 2018 at 9:20 PM
O, Robertina, thank you so much for your generous praise. Even your comments soar with poetic grace! Best wishes, Gershon
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October 22, 2018 at 6:53 PM
Lovely, Gershon.
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October 22, 2018 at 7:36 PM
Thank you so much, Line.
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October 22, 2018 at 5:00 PM
Very nice! Well done Gershon :)
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October 22, 2018 at 7:36 PM
Appreciate your support, Heidi! :) gw
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October 22, 2018 at 4:03 PM
Wow! <3 Wolfman, excellent piece! xomo
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October 22, 2018 at 7:36 PM
Thanks, Maureen... One of the few that I'm actually pleased with... ~ gw
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