beneath the nightingale’s call

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Beneath the Nightingale’s Call

 

In the quiet spaces of her mind,

whispers stir, hidden beneath the surface,

Philomela’s muted cries transformed

a subtle but insistent call.

 

Philomela's essence, submerged,

finds expression in the unseen,

a realm where thoughts blend with shadows,

and truth reveals itself in dark scenes.

 

The nightingale's song emerges,

not merely a melody of freedom,

but a current carrying her essence

beyond what’s often barely audible.

 

 

 

 

 

  • Author: crypticbard (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: February 21st, 2025 03:20
  • Comment from author about the poem: Philomela is a figure from Greek mythology, known for her tragic story involving her abusive husband Tereus, their son Itys, her sister Procne and Zeus who turns her into the nightingale.
  • Category: Unclassified
  • Views: 16
  • Users favorite of this poem: sorenbarrett, Tristan Robert Lange, Cheeky Missy
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  • sorenbarrett

    The story of her in Ovid a sad one and ironically it is only the male Nightingale that sings. Here revenge a brutal one serving the son cooked for the man to eat. Quite the tale of lust and revenge nicely portrayed in this poem it rings through the years in the song of the Nightingale. Masterfully done and deserving of a fave

    • arqios

      Thanks Soren. It was a delve into the darker parts of the human psyche flavoured by the ancient Greek mind. 🙏🏻🕊️

    • Poetic Licence

      I didn't know anything about this subject till I read this write, will look it up later and then truly understand this eloquent read

      • arqios

        Thank you for gracing this Pom and leaving word. You are much appreciated 🙏🏻🕊

        • Poetic Licence

          You are very welcome

        • arqios

        • Tristan Robert Lange

          Such a tragic yet juicy tale, Philopela's is. A wonderful homage to her, my friend! 🌹👏

        • orchidee

          Cccoooeee!!! My impression of a nightingale's call. Do shut up Orchi, says Fido to me. lol.

          • arqios

            That was actually good O👍🏻 😜

          • arqios

            Looks like it’s back to the drawing board with you Philly🪶

          • David Wakeling

            Wonderful extension of the ancient Greek story. I enjoyed reading very much

            • arqios

              Thanks David! Much appreciated 🙏🏻🕊

            • Goldfinch60

              May that Nightingale forever bring songs to our lives arqios.

              Andy



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