Bright star, as
you enter the afternoon—
know that
shadow is neither sin nor scar
but warm
darkness beckoning you to ride
among gods—manifestations
of your
relationship
with God made visible
by Holy Light
on cave walls and valley
floors. Bright Star, as you enter afternoon—
Harness the
paradox of mindfulness
to be your ride
here and now, and enjoy
the views,
food, waters and gifts that ripened
in shadow til
you were ready for them.
You ride
alone, but God holds one hand and
Friends the
other, so as you witness truth
and testify, you
are their minister.Posted at Poets United Poetry Pantry #202
Copyright © 2014 S.L.Chast
Oh this is very lovely, and comforting. I needed these words this morning, my friend.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the serene atmosphere of your poem, Susan. I like the idea of enjoying the gifts that we are given - whatever the form.
ReplyDeleteSo true that shadow is neither sin nor scar. I think shadow is part of life. Yes, God holds one hand, and....I like the idea that we can each minister! A very dense, thought-provoking poem here, Susan.
ReplyDeleteyou know - it's good to know that god holds one hand and friends the other - esp. in the not so easy parts of our journey here
ReplyDeletethis is uplifting...i like the shadow as warm darkness beckoning to ride among gods...the last stanza offers solace...
ReplyDelete...the lines speak in so many ways...a wonderful write Susan.. :)
I must confess I am totally confused by this. But I do confuse easily.
ReplyDeletei like the hand in hand, god on one and friends in another...as we reach one direction we have to reach the other...and it will inform us about each other, but also keep the flow from on to the next.....
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely write about the bright star's relationship with Light & paradox of mindfulness ~ That second stanza is particularly striking to me ~
ReplyDeleteWhat would light ever be without the shadows?
ReplyDeletebeautiful!
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God's love, shines bright:)
ReplyDeleteI got even more from it the second time through - beautiful writing, Susan.
ReplyDeleteMuch Love and Peace :)xx
ReplyDeleteMost suitable for a Sunday:)
ReplyDelete"You ride alone, but God holds one hand and Friends the other, so as you witness truth"....What a lovely write Susan...these words made my day. :)
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