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Transcendental Triptych of Epiphanies

Daniel Henry Rodgers

 

"If I read a book and it makes my whole body so cold no fire can ever warm me, I know that is poetry." - Emily Dickinson

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into the depths of the bell jar In quiet solitude on an autumn night i drifted through a quotidian quagmire. fleeting thoughts of stillness sparked a quest for transcendence in moments evanescent. the noumenal world beckoned yet slipped away as i fumbled through a phenomenological haze. my mind more vast than the sky contemplated infinity stumbled on the nigh. in solitude found both peace and despair a paradoxical dance where creation meets air. the empty eye through penelope's deceit revealed wisdom in our mortal conceit. walden's sanctity of simplicity one crisp autumn morn i fled the city's clamor retreating to a forest with trees of grandeur. a babbling brook's lapping water soothed my soul nature's apothecary offered sweet control. in interstitial spaces of consciousness i glimpsed the ineffable then lost its face. pine-scented air filled my lungs filtered sunlight warmed my skin among. i contemplated life's absurd truths accepting the useless therein lies the roots It vanished leaving me with a sense of longing and incompleteness immense self-reliance oversoul by the flickering campfire shadows danced as I pondered self-reliance entranced. the oversoul permeates the ether uniting disparate souls in harmony neither. through self-reliance i touched divinity yet in unity i found my identity. a delicate balance emerged individualism and interconnectedness converged. the path to enlightenment paved with doubt led to wisdom in the shallows devout like a gnat caught in gusts i was both part of something greater uniquely betrothed. coda the transcendental paradox In existence's crucible paradox found bell jar's light walden's chaos profound. the universe cruel and kind fragments and unites as we remain whole yet apart in sights. we must accept the abyss while reaching for depths for in contradiction truth takes its steps. life's ephemeral epiphanies though slight reveal eternity in fleeting instants' light. gazing at stars i felt peace and wonder my small existence both insignificant and asunder. within this eternal paradox this timeless riddle at the intersection of infinite possibilities a middle i found life's beauty and meaning as ancient sages proclaim Imago Dei Redeeming.

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Date: 11/5/2024 8:20:00 AM
What a wonderful journey of self-soul searching and inevitable enlightenment, it will take me a while to slip through the wonderful imagery and promise of your writings. Blessings DMB
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Date: 9/22/2024 10:27:00 PM
What a wonderful quest after self reliance and identity. Realizing that it cannot be found in the cacophony of everyday existence, like David Thoreau, you retreated into the solitude and serenity of the woods. "gazing at stars i felt peace and wonder my small existence both insignificant and asunder." When one comes to this realization, there will start an intense search after the real identity. In your case, this search culminated and it ended up in something so beautiful.....you found 'life's beauty and meaning'. What a celestial transformation. This relentless quest after the meaning of life leads us through moments of doubt, darkness and clarity and each step reveals fragments of truth. Great penning, dear philosopher cum poet !
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Date: 9/23/2024 6:52:00 AM
Dear Valsa, What a joy it is to read your introspective thoughts on my poem. I find almost as much pleasure in reading responses like yours, which uncover deeper meanings, as I do in the writing itself. Your interpretation allows me to see the poem through another's eyes. Thank you for your depth of understanding. Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel"
Date: 9/18/2024 11:14:00 PM
Dear daniel, this is just beyond impeccable! The slight alliterations to sumptuous diction and imagery youv painted too! Its one of those poems that would evoke so many thoughts and emotions and awaken all senses of the reader when reading! I love especially “through self-reliance i touched divinity yet in unity i found my identity.” Oh to find identity can be a long journey too sometimes. “ life's ephemeral epiphanies though slight reveal eternity in fleeting instants' light.” Once again the philospher that understands things through time and observation can be felt through those words alone! I really love the depth of this and your arrangement of lines truly is appealing! What an exquisite poem this is! Pleasure reading this poetic gem! This is easily a fav for me because of the way you’ve written and also for the depth! Its powerful! And wise! Sending you light always
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Date: 9/19/2024 5:00:00 AM
Dearest Empress, It was lovely reading your comments this morning and I am very appreciative of each of your visits. I always contemplate questions and search for answers, and many times the answers aren't always forthcoming. But I believe that it is the joy of the journey regardless of what happens. Ultimately, the true and final answers are from God himself. I always think that as poets who most influenced our writings, and the answer is there is a plethora of influences from family, friends, culture, other wonderful writers such as you, Empress. I can't express the fulfillment of having you as a friend. Have an amazing and joy filled day. Blessings, MY Dear Friend, Daniel
Date: 9/18/2024 3:55:00 PM
"In existence's crucible paradox found bell jar's light walden's chaos profound" a bit of genius there, this poem was truly deep, I share a lot of these ideas...
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Date: 9/19/2024 4:45:00 AM
Dear Paige, it was wonderful reading your comment today and I am grateful. Have a great day! - Blessings, MY Friend, Daniel
Date: 9/17/2024 4:06:00 PM
Wow all this from that most interesting quote by Dickinson. Your pen is golden, Daniel
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Date: 9/19/2024 4:45:00 AM
Dear Andrea, thank you so much for you encouraging words. I thought her quote was interesting also and it really did go along with my poem although there were other influences such as Plath, Thoreau, Emerson and others. - Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Date: 9/17/2024 8:21:00 AM
Hand salute to this exquisite wisdom-filled write my dear poet friend. I enjoyed immensely. Thanks a lot for sharing. Blessings to you always. Hugs
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Date: 9/17/2024 9:36:00 AM
Dear Len, Ahhh it was a wonderful thing when you came and commented this morning. I am glad you visited! - Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Date: 9/17/2024 5:56:00 AM
in solitude found both peace and despair a paradoxical dance where creation meets air...the Bell Jar, as in Sylvia Plath’s book? Loved the “babbling brook” and “nature’s apothecary.” …the balance between self-reliance and unity…love that! A nice finish in the final topic. Life indeed has paradoxes. Enjoyable and thought-provoking read, dear Daniel! You are a deep thinker as well as a poet.
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Date: 9/17/2024 9:36:00 AM
Dear Kim, I am glad your recognized Sylvia's book title. I just read this book for the first time a month or so ago. She is one of those writers who was filled with style and her tragic life ended way to soon. There are other influences in here also because I love reading their eloquent writings, such as Emerson, Browning, and Thoreau. Thank you for your visit and beautiful comments. - Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Date: 9/17/2024 3:18:00 AM
Catchy title! This is some write, you are a sage, I'm blown away Daniel
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Date: 9/17/2024 9:32:00 AM
Hello Clive, great to see you here on this one. I think my muse has too much to contemplate on life that just wants to get inked. Thanks! - Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Date: 9/17/2024 3:03:00 AM
- What a wonderful poem, Daniel ... a human being is just a thread in the great web :) - hugs
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Date: 9/17/2024 9:31:00 AM
Dear Anne-Lise, It was wonderful seeing your comments this morning and always uplifting. - Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Date: 9/16/2024 8:55:00 PM
A poem full of deep meaning. Your arguments are very profound, but your poetry is always full of profound advice.
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Date: 9/17/2024 9:31:00 AM
Dear Victor, I hope you are doing well, my friend. Thanks, as always for taking the time to visit and comment. You are always one of the special people in our lives. - Blessings, MY Dear Friend, Daniel
Date: 9/16/2024 8:29:00 PM
These are profound and deeply meaningful stanzas, Daniel. I predict POTD, minimum. Huzzah! ~ Gershon
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Date: 9/17/2024 9:29:00 AM
Hello Gershon, I am so thankful for your visit and comments. It is funny, I write because it is what is in my mind and soul at the time. Sometimes deep and sometimes funny but always with a message. Thanks again! - Blessings, My Friend, Daniel
Date: 9/16/2024 4:53:00 PM
Brilliant writing Daniel, you have to read a couple of times to really appreciate it. Tom
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Date: 9/17/2024 9:26:00 AM
Dear Tom, I hope your trip to Spain is going well. I am looking forward to retirement and want to take a European trip with my wife sometime next year. Thank you for taking the time to decipher my musings and it is always appreciated. Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Date: 9/16/2024 3:25:00 PM
wow I love your style your rhythm and your flowery words that bloom on page Daniel, you are a sage among sages when you write like this.
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Date: 9/17/2024 9:25:00 AM
Dear Rose, I am happy that you found value in my philosophical writings. I know that it is not for everyone, but I do enjoy the research, the reading, and the writing. Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

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