Iluminação

Do you fear the Light?

To fear transparent fire

To fear the world illuminated. 

How can one fear the Light? 

Most fear the deeper darkness when that light has passed

Yet we cringe and cower at what the light illumines

And what do you see then?

An empty hollow

 A child’s place to gather and hide, but never share

A darkness where no light can penetrate or escape

Where no candle-flame exists

A hollow place so deep the world could not contain it

Here I have only pity for you

Pity for the one who knows the coffined canvass they’re on

But has not the vision or will to escape

Don’t bow to the blinded spirit of Icharus

Don’t cling to your chains as if they somehow form your freedom

Look at your reflection when the lightning blazes and tell me what you see...

Author's Note

Iluminação (Enlightenment)… Tenho saudades tuas…

Reviews

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Many fear the light cause they don't want to face the truth cause then it won't effect them.

A very enlightening piece of poetry sir.

[An owl on the moon]

Ah, my friend, so glad to have you by again. Thank you, always, for your kindness.

[Valentine]

For me that "Light" is Jesus Christ, He lightens each step on life's path that I am allowed to take. Valentine

[An owl on the moon]

Yes, the light of the world celebrated in the darkest of seasons. Thank you for sharing.

[Jyoti_Ablaze]

Oh Goodness..!
You just made me realise how life is so illusive..that the world we willingly live in, is actually a huge cage, where we confine ourselves with the bars of ignorance and cowardice..
Your words have left Epiphany on their wake...Craig..!

"Don’t cling to your chains as if they somehow form your freedom
Look at your reflection when the lightning blazes and tell me what you see..."

Loved it..!

[An owl on the moon]

Dear Jyoti, thank you so much for sharing your insight into the words and the world. Yes, there is so much more we too often fail to see. But watch for the light... it will illuminate your path. :)

[Jyoti_Ablaze]

I will.. :)

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Without darkness, there is no light. I can see Jupiter bold and bright with Venus by his side in contrast to a dark canvas. Everything is everything. Opposites attract and love is in the middle :) Such an amazing artist you are, Craig.

[An owl on the moon]

Ah, lynn.. thank you so much! You can see the contrasts... feel the balance... May you enjoy the sweetness of your weekend now. :)

[~]

Whispered words to that place where the soul feels safe, and empowered. The things that come to us in dreams of fluttering wings, try to speak of truths hidden, yet we resign to a mundane life of no courageous endeavors.
inspiring!! loved it!

[An owl on the moon]

It is always a joy to have you by! Thank you!!!! Trying to learn to be more fearless in darkness... and in the light... I have a long road ahead... :)

[Great Aunt Astri]

Love the alliteration ... deeper darkness, cringe and cower, coffined canvass, form your freedom, bow to the blinded. It is so lovely to see a poem using the long standing traits of poetry. The poem reads really well.

[An owl on the moon]

I deeply appreciate you stopping here to read my words... This one came from a deep, painful place in me...

[Priyanka Natesh]

This poem is extremely encouraging. Feels like it's smirking at the reader; to stop cowering in the dark, and to face the light.
Amazingly thoughtful, Mr Froman.
Thank you :)

[An owl on the moon]

I am so glad the words could encourage you, dear Priyanka. Yes, whether in darkness or light, there is beauty... there are lessons to be learned... growth to flow through us. Thank YOU for sharing your beautiful life with us here... :)

[ambur]

I find those who fear the light are the brave ones. However, the struggle to escape the darkness is a necessary battle to fight.

[An owl on the moon]

So absolutely wonderful to have you back with us, ambur! Yes, it seems there is so much to fear in this world... May you always have a soul on fire.

[marcus]

Wow!! This one's really great!! Loved it!
Ultimately, we can only illuminate ourselves!

[An owl on the moon]

I always appreciate your encouragement, marcus! Thank you, my friend.