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The Prophet

The Prophet


I read the words of a poet
From the days of tomorrow
His verse flowed backwards in time
And rhyme 
I, a fair maiden, doomed to a fate
Of obligations unseen
If only the book on my lap
Was not ahead of my youthful station on this earth

Verses seeping with promise
I long for the voice of this master of the pen
I day dream, and lose my place in this world of pain
To hear his softness in the blowing wind
Alas it must be the times he lives

No man can carry such passion
Inside a book within a book of dreams
Yet, here I am, to ponder
The romance of a tomorrow I shall never see

I am doomed to village laws and customs
A stoning that is so unjust
For I unveiled my eyes to the world before me
Staring into the depths of mans possessive hatred
I ran in fear, I ran towards the forest of hope

As they drag me by my feet
The book clutched close to my breast
Bloodied and in the moonlight, I open it
To find out, even in the future of majestic noble poets
There lies evil still
Stealing the breath of innocents and infants

I hope one day
I shall meet the author of these words
I may slap him across face for my silly fantasies
So long I dreamed the world would change as does the seasons
For better days filled with peace and kindness

I hope one day
I shall meet the author of these words
I may plant a sweet kiss upon his soft lips
Singing of songs he has long forgotten
I slowly wrap the rope around my neck

They will not stone me
They shall not claim any victory over me
The poets words, hidden deep between my legs
Shall melt within my soul
For better days filled with love and kindness
I shall kiss him sweetly in my death
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Bateman Avatar
August 29, 2016 at 8:00 AM
Most Excellent Work Arthur!! I'm sorry I missed you wonderful poem. Congratulations on the POTW honor. Very passionately written. Best Always, Gary
Merryman Avatar
July 31, 2016 at 11:53 AM
Arthur, what an incredible work of art! So beautifully written. You are a talented writer! Blessings!
Gitas Avatar
July 29, 2016 at 4:15 PM
Hi Arthur, Congratulations for this poem...
Kent Avatar
July 28, 2016 at 1:55 PM
Congrats on the POTW
Arthur Avatar
July 28, 2016 at 8:53 AM
LOVELY AND NICELY PENNED .....CONGRATULATIONS
Y. Avatar
July 26, 2016 at 10:36 AM
Hi Arthur, Congratulations on getting the poem of the week. It was well deserved. Enjoy the honor:-)Alexis
Beck Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 5:27 PM
Love, love, love it...WOW!
Smith Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 11:55 AM
A Bit of Khalil Gibran seeping through? An excellent choice for POTW honors. Congratulations Arthur...
Williams Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 11:39 AM
Very solemn words for a graceful life. Great POTW. Marilyn
Nance Avatar
July 24, 2016 at 9:54 AM
an excellent choice for the poem of the week feature, brilliant arthur u have done it again.
Allison Avatar
July 24, 2016 at 8:20 AM
Dropping back with my congrats on POTW:-) hugs jan xx
Hamilton Avatar
July 19, 2016 at 12:49 AM
Amazing empathetic write, I don't think I could write from a woman's point of view, you have a gift! A7
Smith Avatar
July 18, 2016 at 5:17 PM
Such a wonderful piece Arthur. I wonder who the poet might be?
Vaso Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 9:59 PM
I wonder too! :)
Kendrick Avatar
July 18, 2016 at 12:31 PM
Interesting thoughts put to pen..Way to go..Thanks for the visit to my page.Sara
Vaso Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 9:58 PM
Thank you so much Sara! :)
Chircop Avatar
July 18, 2016 at 7:35 AM
Id rather kill myself than be killed by others...whose hands are full of blood ..they bring me shame...I can relate to this woman's thoughtsArthur. I do hope years bring more changes Arthur.. And people are less religious and more spiritual.I love your mind, and wouldnt mind if you can swap it with mine once in while : ).A fave
Vaso Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 9:57 PM
Wow, we could make a trade!!! :) thank you so much! hugs
Trifiatis Avatar
July 18, 2016 at 5:48 AM
Poetry that explores profoundly the human psyche dear, Arthur! Great writing!
Vaso Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 9:56 PM
Thank you fellow Montrealer!! :)
Allison Avatar
July 18, 2016 at 3:29 AM
So powerfully penned - am making it a fave so I can read through the many layers of your words. You never cease to amaze me with your poetry - you are a creative genius my friend:-) hugs Jan xx7
Vaso Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 9:56 PM
You are so kind and now on the official payroll! LOL hugs!
Dietrich Avatar
July 17, 2016 at 9:01 PM
wow, Arthur. you are so in tune with this kind of woman . you know the great sadness she feels. A poem with an impact. and what a lovely picture to go with it.
Vaso Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 9:55 PM
Thank you Andrea, not as beautiful as you, but I did my best!
Goff Avatar
July 17, 2016 at 8:57 PM
Arthur, sublime verse...Bravo! jim
Vaso Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 9:55 PM
Thank you James, much appreciated!
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