Our Divinity

[contention]

Of Heaven high, on valley low
Twine what knowledge that we know;
For every wisp in every wave,
As cradle rocked to solemn grave.

Scripture wrote by word of fraud
Speak the phrase, the name of God;
Let it sing through silent verse,
Our holy lord, our tethered curse.

Preach each letter, praise the thought:
Simple stroke on pages wrought;
Repent, repent: strike thy sin,
Lift a’ burden, writ by men.

Kneel on knee and mourn to He,
Him of which, who make thee be;
Let it know, that sorrow balms
‘Neath the flesh of both your palms

Believe, believe as justice reigns:
Unlock the shackle, break the chains;
Those who differ, scorned apart:
Skewer turn their every heart.

Crimson cross ‘pon moor of rye,
Open forth mine weary eye;
Whitest wing, blackest tread,
One above the others head.

Manger, mirth, where He lay:
We the Earth and Earth the hay;
Silent sprung on fickle seed,
Turning, turning: weed for weed.

Brothers, sisters, all rejoice:
We the people, we the voice;
Unison carry, hand and hand,
Cast away ye mortal plan.

Kingdom Come, spread thy gate,
Let us all no longer wait;
Show me mercy, show me well,
Give me guidance on my hell.

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This poem was written of late, with a certain subject clearly in mind; which can obviouslly likely be pinpointed within the origin of the title. It is apologized if at times, the poem does seem lose any sense of rhythm and any flow at certain points. The reason this "moral" was illustrated, is due to the interesting placement religions have always had within our lives. They come off as being a form of belief, letting mankind feel as if he can trully belong to some sort of mechanism. They give us answers, the ability to feel complete in a society where so much is taken apart. Everybody has their own method of living with their lives, something that some religions hardly take note of. The main essence of this poem, was established from a conversation taken of the goals cast by an Evangelist. The want to gain power, to take in the "confused" and show them the right way of life. Sort of, in essence, the way of a missionary; someone who makes a termed statement to guide the "lost" on a path to "salvation". Without considering the fact, that perhaps, this culture or civillization has found pleasure in what they already understand.

Now, there is nothing wrong with religion; it's a hard subject to go over, and this isn't meant to offend anyone. It's just a subject of view, and in fact, religion even in this opinion is highly thought of. It gives people a place to feel like they matter, letting them find comfort. However, like anything there will always be corruption and misunderstandings of it's messages by those who belong to it. If you preach a certain way, or feel a connection to a type of religious base, then never give up on that. It gives you completion, and also an answer to life itself and where you sprout from. There is a quote, that was written long ago in early centuries that stated, "If there was no God, we would need to create Him." Now, don't take that in a heretic type of tone, all it was mentioning was that; if it could be proven that "God" did not exist, we shouldn't share that knowledge. So many people need to live, feeling like they have an answer. Mankind could not thrive, with the full knowledge of knowing that he alone was in control of himself. We find comfort in having a God, a being that keeps us sane and in place; when something happens that we can't explain, we have a variable that we can easily add to it.

An explanation of the Stanzas can be found in a few short terms, the first of which might be explained very simply. It merely states both heaven and hell in themselves, as well as life and death. "Rocking Cradle and Solemn Grave", could as well be a sign of point of view. Both in which are metaphorical of the essence, for the beginning of life is pointed out as being "Rocky". While death, in and of itself, is that of "silence". So, in a matter of speaking, it could be pointing out that death is true salvation and life is put a test, or an event that is "turbulent and mysterious". The next stanza is of itself, again another obvious statement. The word of "fraud" would be implanted within a case-set of God, and such would be the curse. Now, in a manner to not point out issues, is God an issue for humanity? No, but have inflictions upon our race been raised due to our beliefs between him? Yes.

The third Stanza remarks upon the Bible, and it's order of "Truth and Justice". We preach it's words, and state it's verses; all of which have been heavily recorded over time itself. We also repent for the Sins that it states, and pray for forgiveness from the troubles that we cause, as thereby issued in the Bibles words. Yet, there are so many translations of the Bible, who is to say what's right and wrong? What has been changed since it's first publication, who has altered any figments within it's case? None can say, but we do wear it thin. Nearly placing it in every statement, it's hard to not see someone in society these days, pointing out something with the words of, "Well the Bible says this is wrong". It might, but was that an original cause; for the book was written, theologically by "Apostles". However, it was translated by Monks, who would certainly be on a cause to give inevitable power of Moral. The forth Stanza follows a simliar meaning, very closely tied to the third.

The Fifth stanza hits on the fact that many Religions offer those around them a chance to believe. Saying that faith will lead them to the right door; perhaps though, they also note, in words; that those who can't see the light shall suffer their own consequence. What very choice words of persuasiveness from our growing powers. Sixth Stanza comes to hint at a flair or racism that has always been something within religion. Especially in the days of Yore, with Christianity at a higher power. When many "Religious Missionaries" saw African Tribes, or any tribes, as being primative and without proper knowledge of a true God. People over time, have also used phrases from old scriptures to put certain races above others, in the "name of the lord". Yet, it is said that we are all equal; however, we still fight and bicker between one another and always have. The Seventh Stanza reflects upon the Birth of Christ, or at least as we have recorded it to be. From his coming forth, laid upon the manger. This is used in the form of a metaphor to place we as the Earth and Earth as the Hay. Since God is upon the Manger, it could be taken that Christ is upon the Earth. Or the largest influence and warmth. Yet beneath him, we, the seeds; are that of weeds, wicked things that not only fight over his values but over ourselves.

While this poem may seem "Anti-Religious", it is in a matter only angst against some peoples misunderstanding of religion. That, when they join a certain group they feel a sense of "hatred" toward those that are not like themselves. Religion should give you comfort, as well as the ideal to feel happy with yourself. It should let those around it, feel completed, as if they have found the word of the Lord to guide them. They should also understand that not everyone sees things the way they do, humanity is established on it's nature. We are bound to see things in oppisite ways, no two man shall ever think the same. Cultures, families, societies; all of us will strive for the future, but with diffrent means of gaining it in mind. Do what you need to feel good about yourself, but don't cause harm to those that don't agree with every little aspect that your mind sees. Feel good about what you believe in, comprehend your texts, but never abuse the power that it holds.

[Lord of the Dance]

That's pretty deep, Contention. The overall meaning of the whole thing is very thoughtful, and even thought-provoking, heheh.

The poem itself flows perfectly; I like how you use older English in your poetry. It gives it a certain touch that makes you unique. the rhyming and meaning fit together quite nicely; I couldn't find any kinks in the mechanism. Excellent job.