Best Reigning Poems
Warmly dedicated to SMJ
Three Sonnets Inspired by my
Reigning Ex
Part 0
Sitting at the edge of the universe
like a man atop a modern skyscraper
who might look down to see the manic street
full of yellow taxis and distant peers,
the first thing I notice on a backwards
glance is my snake-skin mortality
shed and skipping across the flattened ether,
a luminous orb on a linear course
like a puddle-hopping pebble, eager
to sink a lily-pad a child targets
for the hell of it. I realize then - either
I’m dead as a god should be, or just a pet
project of a German ghost, his meager
objective merely my way to forget.
Part I
Before you bed me, I assume the herpes
risk you ignored so many turn-style clicks
so many thick-like quick-strike Rolodex entries
not so long ago made that cavalry slicks
and right-swept Tinder mounts dutifully
saddled have begun their bountiful itch.
A testament, truly, of how beautifully
done was every each one, each surgical stitch
precisely sewn to salvage squeeze-box juice
of battle-field strewn, the red zest of life
a dead soldier blew, is once more, for you,
stalling to flow; knowing your rusty knife
has yet to slice temptation sterilized;
knowing your scalpel’s cut keeps cancer canonized.
Part II
All around you, this kelp-wall compartment
appears an ocean bloomed with room enough
for early light to shuffle halfway bent,
like time’s unpolished hedge, across the rough
field where too young have men gone to die.
Someone is responsible for all of it:
The ghostlike fish who grimly swim upstream;
the crunchy autumn leaves all creased and clustered;
and this, the box you loathe in sleepless dream
of birthday cakes and candles your grandfather
fed the wish-away lawn using mustered
strength from tears his daughter leaked, sprung to lie,
who now only cries at her daughter’s grave,
complaining of stubble when Pawpaw shaves.
Rain made no apologies to sun
as it satiated a whetted appetite,
opined it was the right of nature
unconditionally given dispensation
by Mother Earth's nurturing favor
of life-giving creative indulgences,
whereon flower's blooming accolades
truly know the opulence of its essence,
whilst aroused poet's inspired reveries
ever shine 'neath abundant cloudbursts
Anyone who thinks that sunshine is pure happiness,
has never danced in the rain. -- unknown
REIGNING BLOOD
a hit
no miss
evil pile
of vile
all-‘are’ fed
reigning
blood
au revoir
reverie
hypocrites
for all
to see
nomination
suicide
let’s call it
‘genocide’
why not?
go with the
tide
redesigned
redefined
violence
reigning
blood
again
(if you sit on the fence too long it is just a matter of time before you fall off)
© Kim van Breda—14 November 2105
Yaeish yuswe almasih almukhlas walrab
Jesus Christ the Saviour and Lord lives
baeath balfel 'iilaa al'abad
Indeed resurrected forever
almaslub kufada' yueti
Crucified as redemption He gives
alhayat al'abadiat limutalaqiy al'iiman
Eternal life to faith’s receiver.
Hallawyaa limulik almuluk
Hallelujah to the King* of kings
allah alealiu alqadir
The reigning supreme God Almighty
alqadir ealaa kl alkayinat
Omnipotent over all beings
niemat al'iinsan bifadlih aleazim
Blessing mankind with His great bounty.
Alhamd lilkhaliq alkamil
Praise be to the perfect Creator
yamnah alhabu walsalam walfarah walrahmat wal'amal walnaema
Granting love, peace, joy, mercy, hope, grace
masdar alqadasat wamudir alhikma
Holiness’ Source and wisdom Director
altamasuk biqawaeidih almuntasara
Upholding by His triumphant brace.
Wanabtahij bialsharf walshukr
Honor and thanksgiving we exclaim
min qulubuna maghfurat eajiba
From our hearts, wondrously forgiven
baynama nusarat bial'iinjil nuelin
While victorious Gospel we proclaim
yaqud alakharin 'iilaa aljanat almujidati.
Leading others to glorious heaven.
*1Timothy 1:17 Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.
March 3, 2021
2nd place, "EASTER English AND ARABIC" Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Line Gauthier; judged on 3/5/2021.
Exemplifying genuine love*
Author of wondrous charity sublime
reached down to humankind with mercy
of passionate grace for redemption against sin’s wrath…
such is agape expressed by God: perfectly unconditional and limitless!
More than celestial caress
that pampers cherubim and angels
wafting gentle whispering of blissful serenity
assuring precious treasures for infinite legacy impact…
such is agape the Father keeps bestowing to abound forevermore!
Offering eternal life and heavenly home
Source of blessed compassion sacrificed Himself
moved with concern along forgiveness-sanctification
for fallen people, needing salvation from iniquities’ wages…
such is agape: active deed reflecting Christ’s nature of selfless goodness!
Beyond mere feelings of delight
surpassing ecstasy inspiration brings
heart beat Enabler breathes out soul-revival
quickening spirit midst healing of the transgression-afflicted…
such is agape: spontaneous miracle wrought by the Holy Ghost!
Sharing while caring, propelled through prayers
along trust-seal reigning despite grievous infidelity angst
upon patience, meekness, longsuffering though pride assails
tested, proven and challenged in the crucible of sincere altruism…
such is agape of faithfulness’ courage --- exercised by brethren in the Lord!
*1John 4:8 He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
April 28, 2021
1st place, "Agape" Free Verse Poetry Writing Premier Contest
Sponsored by Regina McIntosh; judged on 5/5/2021.
Poet: Ken Jordan
Poem: Reigning In Babylon
Edited by: Sparkle Jordan
written: January/2015
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REIGNING SPIRIT
Like a ravenous fire is my tongue.
The spirit of a wild wolf resides inside my restless flesh
I was sent to devour and destroy misnomers…
Mortar bricks and clay shall wash away *chomers
Trust only in God’s promise and not in the lore.
I was sent to reveal the lies.
I despise what God despises:
I love that which God does Love;
Surrender to my words of wisdom,
Walk not behind the jolly who follow folly’
The miserable will soon be, forever free.!
The day of reckoning is near and all who suffer
even as a child will be cleared.
All who gather their wealth will feel the wrath…
and so, it has been set in motion
can never be rescinded.
As what you have done to the least of us
on earth shall be the destroyer of you.
Retribution and Karma are the relentless force
that no evil can conquer.
The face of the creator
shall never bless your internal eyes.
For you are without the God Spirit
and are without shame or truth.
You have no eyes, nor mouth, nor tongue. ~
Soon we will all be free… from this temporary flesh.
I do not rejoice in your ignorance
neither do I fear your temporary power.
Yea though I walk in wisdom
I am still but one grain of sand in all of the mighty oceans.
As the sun shines down near all the oceans;
I am that tiny particle that glistens.
So please listen…
Stand up and be counted.
Speak up and be heard …
“Attempt your utmost endeavor”
Pray for a discerning spirit and know that…
Though the wicked ones are at large-
God is still in charge.
From now until forever!
Footnote: Definition: chomers
cement, mortar, clay
August 30 Scripture Meditations Based on Micah 3-5
Key Verse – Micah 4:7 … The LORD shall reign over them in mount Zion from henceforth, even for ever.
MY GOD, THANK YOU FOR REIGNING OVER ME
Thank You for reigning over me with Your compassion
Such is a great privilege of love’s action
Beyond my awful transgression
Unceasingly securing my precious salvation.
Thank You for reigning over me with Your authority
Such is a protective shield of eternity’s sovereignty
Beyond my rebellious tenacity
Undoubtedly smiting my humanistic audacity.
Thank You for reigning over me with Your graciousness
Such is a merciful act of goodness’ kindness
Beyond my hell-bound sinfulness
Unconditionally sealing my perfect redemption-fullness.
Thank You for reigning over me with Your leadership
Such is a gentle power of directorship’s workmanship
Beyond my stubborn followership
Unfailingly blessing my faithful stewardship.
Thank You for reigning over me with Your victory
Such is a wondrous performance of might’s glory
Beyond my distressful misery
Undeniably conquering my frustration-causing story.
Thank You for reigning over me with Your guidance
Such is a wise instruction of favor’s assurance
Beyond my arrogant defiance
Undauntedly controlling my stubborn resistance.
Thank You for reigning over me with Your omniscience
Such is a vigilant care of watchfulness’ expedience
Beyond my doubt-afflicted conscience
Untiringly sanctifying my wholehearted obedience.
August 30, 2022
“Woven are these pages in poetic verse,
With bare threads of our deepest feelings,
You will find laughter, tears and remorse,
and words of wisdom, prayer and healings.”*
Such highlight gratitude-assertions today
Rippling with blissful hope for tomorrow
Dispelling woes breathed-out by yesterday
Assuring God’s presence midst blessings’ flow…
Reverberating rhymes of earnest praise**
Faith-propped exhortations despite grievous pain;
Odes and sonnets exalting triumphant grace
Keep driving poetry spirit to reign.
*Lines of Krish Radhakrishna
**Psalm 102:21 … Declare the name of the LORD…, and his praise…
April 20, 2020
Honorable Mention, "Poetry Anthology add your stanza" Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Krish Radhakrishna; judged on 5/2/2020.
For Krish R poetry anthology contest
March 11 Scripture Meditations Based on 1Kings 1-4
Key Verse – 1Kings 1:3 Go and get thee in unto king David, and say unto him, Didst not thou, my lord, O king, swear unto thine handmaid, saying, Assuredly Solomon thy son shall reign after me, and he shall sit upon my throne? why then doth Adonijah reign?
MY GOD, THANK YOU FOR REIGNING UPON MY LIFE
Thank You for reigning upon my life goal
Upholding me in my steward’s role
For me to serve You with all my heart and soul
While seeking Your delight beyond bounty in a bowl.
Thank You for reigning upon my life direction
Upbraiding me in my faulty selfish decision
For me to repent with sincere determination
While asking for Your pardon away from destruction.
Thank You for reigning upon my life desires
Uplifting to fulfill what Your Word requires
For me to strive until my diligence retires
While prioritizing Your kingdom through Your revival fires.
Thank You for reigning upon my life security
Upkeeping me to maintain wellness against infirmity
For me to depend on Your protective stability
While exalting Your name with the best of my ability.
Thank You for reigning upon my life changes
Upstaging me to cope with varied challenges
For me to stand upon Your statutes’ charges
While trusting Your guidance in my travel along faith-carriages.
Thank You for reigning upon my life successes
Uprooting me from sinfulness’ curses and losses
For me to triumph over weakness-crosses
While claiming for your victory assured by Your power-forces.
March 11, 2022
Your love is reigning down on me.
I feel, with each drop,
The cleansing and soothing
Of my very soul.
You know what Your child
Needs before even I know.
How deep is Your love for me?
It touches the depth of my soul,
It sees the thoughts
I fear to admit even having.
And yet, knowing all my darkness,
You still love me.
You are remarkable!
You are so full of mercy
And so faithful in Your love for me.
How can I ever love You so?
I fear the thought of not having Your love.
I am terrified to not have Your forgiveness!
Even at my best, I fall short.
Only by You Lord, can I say
I am loved and forgiven.
And I know in my heart You live
Because You live, I have these things.
I fear nothing with You near me.
Your child rejoices with gladness
For the mercies of Your love.
Lord, I love You with My whole being.
Take my life and make it what You want
While I journey through this life
Reign down on me
I'm hounded by a strange curiosity
about kids, parents, about humanity
in glitzy, affluent centers of urbanity
where children are rare in the vicinity;
backseats of expensive vans and cars
don't have kids licking chocolate bars,
limo windows show beribboned cats
or huge and tiny dogs all wearing hats
going to saunas and clinics for pets
to see psychiatrists and doting vets,
or hire lawyers on pet's life insurance
and entitlement to fabulous inheritance;
you pamper pets like they're truly human,
you mistake the eggshell for the albumen,
I reckon you won't believe me, a hillbilly,
but without kids you just don't have family !
Newest thoughts brew in mind
Awesome write-ups to unwind
Novelist on the journey winsome
Dashing writing just wowsome
Highest rank of Poet Laureate
Ingenious bent in toto great
Nano skills and macro talent
Inspiring poetics with couplet
Magnificently carving a niche great
Ardent follower of rules straight
Gracious with the tone amazing
Enormous charm creates the writing
Superb in the glot of Queen’s English
Her Highness even enjoys with relish
A novel poetess without crown
Hailing from Hosur, the town
What a creative flow of literature..!
Such is the evolution as litterateur
A supercalifragilisticexpialidocious
All the imaginations being precious
A current of ocean flows in the mind
Torrents of information for us to grind
On par with the creative bent
Lord Goddess of talent innate
Coupled with Tamil culture and
Kannad heritage highly grand
The content has space so special
Specifying the space being spatial
Space seems to be the limit clearly
Auspacious and auspicious dearly
Seems to have a way with space
The way it indicates the pace
Space fiction in a way authentic
Flourishes with the pen prolific
Such a potential inspiring awe
Makes me open my mouth in wow!
Profoundly performing all genres
Poised for pure fictional areas
I guess the future is bright extreme
As the flair for writing is supreme
The phase being extremely golden
And rejoicingly delightingly Goshen
Are the articles and poetry
Compelling seems to be the story
Beyond the expected limit of word
The highest title soon to be conferred
The voyage seems to be perpetual
In the space-ploration eternal
May the apt publishing house
Reach this poetess of promise
So that the revolution in fiction
Is bound to happen in succession
May the poet’s all work get
The due credit and fame great
May the royalty reach the bard
As I pray to the Space Lord..!!
February 20 Scripture Meditations Based on Judges 9-12
Key Verse – Judges 9:8 The trees went forth on a time to anoint a king over them; and they said unto the olive tree, Reign thou over us.
MY GOD, THANK YOU FOR REIGNING OVER ME
Thank You for reigning over me thru Your compassion
Always loving me with Your sovereign permission
Indeed caring for my being’s supervision
So that I can honour You along Your granted permission.
Thank You for reigning over me thru Your instruction
Always teaching me with Your righteous position
Indeed training my heart’s reaction
So that I can please You along Your promised faith-function.
Thank You for reigning over me thru Your provision
Always sustaining me with Your bountiful satisfaction
Indeed supplying my needs’ portion
So that I can delight in You along Your enriching fruition.
Thank You for reigning over me thru Your protection
Always guarding me with Your ready justification
Indeed defending my soul’s submission
So that I can fellowship with You along Your enlightening vision.
Thank You for reigning over me thru Your sanctification
Always forgiving me with Your merciful disposition
Indeed pardoning my confessed transgression
So that I can worship You along Your holy purification.
Thank You for reigning over me thru Your fortification
Always strengthening me with might transformation
Indeed polishing my faith’s production
So that I can live for You along Your powerful perfection.
February 20, 2022
If I turn over to the Lord
Does that mean I give up?
Yes that is just it
You are giving up on your power
On your free will to reign
Because you are not reigning
But He is
So there giving up on your ability
Your magnificent super hand
And let Him be the One with the power
With the free reign
With the Incredible Hand
For yours are not
Not for a second
Not for any time
Not for anyhow
So there
Suck up
You are defeated my friend
Give the reign over
To the Irrefutable One
To the Matchless One