Metaphor nature's way to open the mind and truth portray
Dust that falls unseen through resistance's protective screen
Penetrates the most sacred shrine now a part of what is mine
Time's tears turned to mud becomes today's flesh and blood
In the beginning raises the sun, lord over all, a myth is spun
Giver of life, from dark sets us free, dies in the lengthening shadow of a tree
God becomes the word, a holy spirit descends as a bird
Bible, Quran, or Tao, fertile poetic soil our thoughts do plough
Nature's forces take human form, understanding in light, anger of a storm
Arms of a tree, crying skies, sleeping sea, wind that sighs
God assuming human shape, or if you prefer man from ape
In all this the dust does settle as the water boils in the kettle
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Online) - Published: May 15th, 2025 03:42
- Comment from author about the poem: Plough a prominent formation of seven stars in the constellation Ursa Major (the Great Bear), containing the Pointers that indicate the direction to the Pole Star. Also called big dipper,
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A wonderfully enjoyable read, some lovely lines and imagery, nicely done
Thank you Tobani for your words of kind support on this piece they are most valued
You are very welcome
Profound reflections on life's fleeting essence, where dust and divinity intertwine. A poetic dance of nature, myth, and human existence—beautifully haunting.
Thank you so much Mottakeenur for your read of this piece and your interpretation it is most appreciated.
A great poem about star-gazing and the human condition.Very cleverly constructed as usual.Very powerful mi amigo
Thank you David for the read and interpretation your words are always cherished.
Stunning! Your poem weaves together spirituality, nature, and human experience in a captivating way. The imagery is vivid, and the themes are both personal and universally relatable.
Well done!!!!!
Thank you Salvia for the read and most generous words of support they are most appreciated and valued
Metaphors allow the mind and thought to bring together vast complexities 🙏🏻🕊️
Indeed you have hit it on the head. Thank you so much for the read and kind words of interpretation they are always most appreciated
Most welcome, Soren🙏🏻🕊️
The poem profoundly explores concepts of creation, the divine, and the human condition, utilizing the metaphor of dust to symbolize life's majestic origins and the cyclical nature of existence, illuminating religious themes and humanity's eternal quest for understanding through nature and its awe-inspiring elements.
Thank you very much Friendship for your review and interpretation that is deeply appreciated,. Yes indeed the entire Bible, Quran, and Tao are compilations of metaphor as are our gods and goddesses.
It may sound insulting - some Biblical description of 'man' (meaning including male and female) - to say 'You pile of dust, you worm, you!' But it's what I call KP every day, as she's too big for her boots. lol.
Orchi you make me laugh. Thanks for the read and comment have a good day
You paint this picture well.
Thank you Thomas it is most appreciated
Life is just a dust in various forms soren producing the differences that we become.
Andy
Thanks so much Gold for the read and kind words of encouragement they are always appreciated
"Time's tears turned to mud becomes today's flesh and blood"
I love this line, it really stands out to me. Well done!!!
Some fine words, Soren. Nicely day.
Thanks so much Tom appreciate the read
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