Home » Poems » Gershon Wolf » To Walk the Land of My Fathers

To Walk the Land of My Fathers

O, to walk the land of my fathers to trod their sacred paths Grant me strength to set aside convenience to sever modernity’s allegiance With Abraham to ascend Mt. Moriyah tearfully prepare Isaac for slaughter With Jacob, to battle the angel of Esau departing with a new name, Israel To marvel at King David composing Psalms and gaze upon the Temple, House of Shalom … I know, O Lord, it may seem a tall order, but I stand before you, ready to cross antiquity’s border

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Paul Willason

Date: 7/17/2024 5:31:00 PM

Admire the historical significance and solidity your faith provides and how it informs the relationship you have with the world...one of the true strengths of Judaism. Though not of your faith, I stand in awe of how so few have contributed so much to the world in all endeavours of human achievement..hold in deepest respect.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 7/20/2024 9:26:00 PM

Thanks for the tribute to my faith and brethren, Paul. Wish more could see it the way you do. With appreciation, Gershon

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 7/17/2024 12:02:00 PM

I wonder if we might see. :)

Regina Elliott

Date: 7/17/2024 9:11:00 AM

Another beauteous poem, Gershon, on your beloved Jewish ancestry. Ancient Israel, Hashem's nation. Am Yisrael Chai! :)))))