Purgatory

Purgatory

A Poem by rudelizard
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“His crime had been death itself, and he had been sentenced with life.”-Brian Robert Smith.

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Fearless, I prepare

For the pending visit from death,

Forsake not a day, lest-

All I have is a struggling breath,

 

Lusting for calm,

Ill choices I am solemn to make,

My cornerstones’ a pile of rubble,

Faith abandoned in haste,

 

Father I beg,

Prolong ever so the peril in me,

In your image am I made?

Or a mirror cast of devils, indeed,

 

At odds, lightly

Tethered to a glimmer of hope,

Engulfed in the blaze,

Of the sins and virtues I stoke,

Purify if you will,

Absolve my weary marred flesh,

If to exist any longer,

Be it near the canopy of your crest.  

February 04, 2015 - Rude Lizard

© 2015 rudelizard


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This poem is exquisite! I love it!

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

rudelizard

9 Years Ago

Thank you very much H.E.
This is so lovely. You use such natural rhymes that only adds a lyrical nature to the poem, one that I quite enjoy. It's even religious in a subtle and poetic way, quite tasteful. Very nice piece :)

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

rudelizard

9 Years Ago

I'm thrilled you noticed the lyrical nature of the poem. I wrote it to a rhythm playing in my mind. .. read more
Astrid

9 Years Ago

No problem :) It was a pleasant read
Fabulous piece again my friend, your wording, flow and message is
Crystal clear, keep up the good work.

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

rudelizard

9 Years Ago

The forces were tugging at me hardcore today. Battlefield in the mind. Glad you liked it, and even m.. read more

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Added on February 5, 2015
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Tags: faith, religion, sin, virtue, fear, God, hope, purification, purgatory

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rudelizard
rudelizard

Phoenix, AZ



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I am a poor man’s poet. I write to expose light to my darkness, and express myself how ever I see fit. I’m a proud father, loving husband, and a grateful son. It is a true honor to be audi.. more..

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