Song of Solomon

Song of Solomon

A Poem by jrPaperheart

You swear that we were never meant to sing the Song of Solomon

Yet all I sing is your name

& you have made it quite clear that your name is not your praises

So my songs turn into whispers

& my whispers only breach your ears as sweet nothings

How does one pass liquid words through stone drums?

It is hard enough to squeeze water fro
m a rock

Coal will emerge with the luminous garments of a diamond wardrobe

Shed the outer layer & strip to the core

You will be cut and fitted to the fingers of many suitors

But I deeply fear that you are not a Penelope.

I am dearly sorry for what I have done to you

I do not expect to be forgiven for that is all that you've known

& with nature unsympathetic and hyde unbreakable - you will look away..

But I will always look towards you

For I see with weary, starving eyes what you are worth

You are a diamond

& diamonds are forever.

© 2012 jrPaperheart


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I agree with my sis beneath, this is beautiful. You have painted a wisdom in your words, and a mesmerizing thing... great imagery, I can see this person means so much to you! beautiful work.

E.L.

Posted 11 Years Ago


Beautiful dear poet...

Posted 11 Years Ago


This is lovely. i like the reference to Homer's Odyssey.It is a wonderful thing to find a truly faithful lover, but not as easy to do as we wish for.Love the ending, that you see her worth...that is precious.

Posted 11 Years Ago


jrPaperheart

11 Years Ago

I love that you catch that reference. Thank you so much :) This piece was very sentimental to me.
A beautiful, longing inspiration that calls to the one your heart desires... And yes, the Song of Solomon is a feast of love supreme... sensual and sweet... all things pure and passion woven into one. Excellent write. Welcome back!

Posted 11 Years Ago


jrPaperheart

11 Years Ago

Thank you, Craig. Your input is always welcome and taken into note. Much appreciate, my friend. Glad.. read more

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Added on September 5, 2012
Last Updated on September 6, 2012
Tags: Love and War

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jrPaperheart
jrPaperheart

Westerly, RI



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