pic by eunice lituans
The Penitent (2004)
My God, I relent.
What did I not do right?
Which t’s did I not cross? Which i’s left I undotted?
Was I too haughty, ambitious, proud?
Please tell me, Lord.
I might have erred in ignorance.
For my errors I want to atone,
so that the pain will cease.
I hate myself for being weak,
for being pain’s unrelenting prey.
Shine forth your light in the valley
of this approaching death
that masks true faith
in the circularity of its jagged labyrinth.
Is there no absolution,
no healing for the penitent?
Why are wounds still raw,
routinely reopened,
exposing pink flesh to fresh infections?
This poem can be found in my book Splendor from Ashes
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beautiful, well written, love the devotion.
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This was an amazing poem, and it kept me hooked from the very beginning until the end. Great work!
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Thanks. Check out the book please
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Beautiful words of faith. May God bless you in the New Year!
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So beautiful….
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I’m not religious but I can certainly appreciate the writing style here. And congrats on having a book on Amazon, that’s incredible!
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Thanks Arielle. You should check out the book.
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You are a talented writer.
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Beautiful words, thanks for sharing.
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Poetry can have such a way of communicating deep thoughts and emotions. It’s a great creative outlet too. Great work.
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very cute poem! I like the way it is written and the message is nice too.
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Beautifully written. It’s so raw and real!
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cool! maybe i’ll stumble into that book some day!
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This is a really pretty poem. It’s so introspective and powerful. I love it.
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Thanks for you kind words
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It’s Splendor from ashes and its available on Amazon
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You captured that feeling so perfectly and beautifully. It rang very true! Well done.
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Thank you. I am glad you think so.
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Absolutely beautiful. Loved your poem.
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Great writing, this is beautiful.
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Omg wow!!! Definitely some serious talent went into writing this piece!!! Great work!
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this is amazing! congratulations on your new book!
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wow, so beautiful!
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Wow, you really have a way with words. This is a really excellent poem that many people can relate to.
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Beautiful poem
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I love poetry. I’m always fascinated by how the posts weave words to convey emotions and ideas. More oil to your own.
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Such beautiful words x
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Yes!! I love to see bloggers out there sharing the sovereignty of our God and the amazing ways He still works miracles in this life. He is present at all times. Thank you for your story and your book sounds amazing. I will be checking it out.
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What a beautiful poem I love it
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I’m nit religious but congratulations on the book.
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What a thought provoking poem, well done for publishing in the book!
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That is so poignant, such a pretty poem. Thanks for pulling it and sharing it.
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Such lovely words to make you ponder about life. Congrats on your book as well
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Thanks. The book is called Splendor from Ashes and it is available on Amazon.
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You are so deep and revealing. Great poem. Bold and interesting to read. I enjoy your writing.
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Thank you
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What a beautiful poem! I like the words a lot!
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I would love to read your book. It sounds so profound, will be checking it out
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Thanks. The book is called splendor from Ashes. It is available on Amazon
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Great poem – very well written. Very deep and meaningful x
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Lovely poem! I can feel all your emotions while reading it!
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Thanks. Check out the book on Amazon. It’s called Splendor from Ashes
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Another great poem from your book! I’m adding this to my wishlist on Amazon!
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Wow amazing poem,I’m going to check out your book right now!
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Please do. It is Splendor from Ashes and it is available on Amazon
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