The Suffering and Death of Jesus

Searching vainly, the dark enthralled with death, Moral fervor and forthrightness deep breath. In utter silence, stealth into its depths Drawing breath, soon all His knowledge in breadth. Amidst the Garden of Gethsemane, Distraught His strength falter growing angst pain; Looking up to the heavens in discourse On bend knees in unspoken end recourse. Jesus stretched out on the cross gazed at their grief. Scarlet sorrow; all they could see, His brief Passion of life and crimson tainted cross. Whilst soldiers toss dice, but blind by their loss. Why? Please, let his suffering come to an end. They loved Him yesterday, cannot comprehend. 4/9/2020
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Proxenos Avatar
April 12, 2020 at 3:26 AM
An exceptional poem my dear Evie, I love it, wrote a similar one last Easter but more about the traitor Judas! Happy Easter dear friend and may the Lord help us all as His compassion is omnipresent Mankind is one. Blessings my friend,Jennifer.
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April 11, 2020 at 9:13 AM
Superb write my friend...a fav...stay safe and Happy Easter Eve...all the best from the wingster...^WW^ :o)
Watt Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 11:21 PM
Eve, a powerful reminder of the suffering Jesus endured. Perfectly timed for Maundy Thursday / Good Friday. Thank you for posting. Congratulations on your #1 placement! Hugs, John
Kauffman Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 4:02 PM
Powerful picture of Gethsemane, Eve. Wonderful sonnet with such a vivid portrait of Jesus agony in the garden. Thank you for giving this poetic gift to us as we approach Easter through crucifixion and a tomb.
Michael Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 2:07 PM
Blessed beyond death...I love your poetic style...
Somadas Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 3:34 AM
Wonderful sonnet of faith..The extravagant use of alliteration and internal rhyme made the lines extremely beautiful..
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