Martyr's Cry

The world wants to vanquish all wisdom and yet the light of its burning illuminates the darkness that surrounds it.

A lofting voice must fall, alight

to air its truth, a proper sacrifice

for hearkening bells, quiet glory

sweet sage help, an offering

of spice, a fledgling sunrise

cocooned in cloak and ash

lying fallow til many a darkened night

relents an intrepid morning,

releasing dove without return

at last, a patch of ground to seed, found-

a newly minted clapper in felt

wearing hard against metal, until

the curtain asunder should tear

rings in rippling avalanche-

Messiah's widened arms

still nailed, as bound as witches

that both burn as bright, aloft

creations felled, sacred tree 

Reviews

[FlamingPhoenix]

"Messiah's widened arms
still nailed, as bound as witches
that both burn as bright..."

These words touch me very deeply. As someone whose spirituality if forced to be defined would be a Pagan/Witch who also chooses to follow the light of Christ--your words have great meaning and power. I truly enjoyed this piece of your work!

[Kristina Moulaison]

That means a lot to me...thank you!

[Frieda P]

Oy vey you can write lady....awe inspiring read, you always get to the nitty gritty of a subject with such flair....outstanding!

[Kristina Moulaison]

:) Thank you so much Frieda!

[Traci]

And this my friend is why I love your poetry. An amazing piece, very soulful, and the sad nature touches the heart of the reader. Excellent, favorited.

[Kristina Moulaison]

Thank you, thank you! :)

[Coyote Poetry]

The poetry is amazing. I had to read a few time. Each time I read the poem. I wanted to know more. Good vision create by your thoughts and strong description. The poem had a sad tone to the words to me. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Kristina Moulaison]

Thank you again...I really appreciate your reviews!

[K.N. Lorenzen]

Jeeezzz...You're good :)

"A lofting voice must fall, alight
To air its truth"
"Messiah's widened arms".....I wont recite it all ;)

Excellent work!
K.

[Kristina Moulaison]

Gee thanks! I appreciate it! :)

[K.N. Lorenzen]

You are welcome :)