Verse 1
We seek truth
Over tradition—
For this cause
Tribulation.
We seek love’s
Only temptations
And for that
Immolation
[Interlude]
Verse 2
Splayed prostrate—
Salvation’s whore—
We embrace
The lost, the poor
Because this
Defies their power
We’re defamed—
Our souls deflowered.
[Intrumental/Interlude]
Verse 3
We’re your sons
And your daughters.
We’re parents
Grandparents too.
We seek love
We cry for mercy;
Your stake bound—
Ash effigies.
[Outro]
© 2025 Tristan Robert Lange. All rights reserved.
First published on tristanrobertlange.com, October 24, 2025.
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- Comment from author about the poem: A Freaky Friday Frolic. From my album-in-progress Dark Alchemy, Heretic’s Hymn unfolds as a slow dirge of defiance and devotion. It’s a hymn for those who love beyond boundaries and question what they were told to worship—a meditation on faith, exile, and the cost of compassion.
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Defying tradition has its price as does beliefs that run counter to the norm. Those that hold them are often will to pay that price. Nicely written Tristan
My friend, beautifully put…truth always costs something, but it’s the only currency worth paying. That’s the spirit behind this hymn. Thank you so much, my friend. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️
You are most welcome my friend.
In me, you have found another follower. A fave.
Thank you, my friend…welcome aboard. ☺️ Always room for another truth-seeking soul. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️
I am loving that, that intro on the music has touches of Pink Floyd to it, you are a talented person, have a great weekend
My friend, I grew up on Floyd among others…so I’m smiling that you caught a trace of them in this dark little hymn. That’s a high compliment. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛ Much appreciated and I hope you have a good weekend too!
Well done, my friend. Your poem revolves around the struggle for truth and love in the face of societal and institutional oppression. It highlights the tension between individual beliefs and traditional values, as well as the sacrifices made for the pursuit of authenticity and compassion. The subject matter touches on themes of tribulation, social justice, and the quest for belonging and acceptance, particularly for marginalized individuals.
My friend, that’s such a thoughtful read…you captured the pulse of it beautifully. The struggle for love and truth always leaves its mark. Thank you so much! 🌹🖤🙏🕯️
The richness of relationships in all their complexity. You've charted this in very short but telling measures, Tristan
Indeed! Thank you Dave! Much appreciated! 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
Could sound a bit like a Bonfire Night hymn - ash effigies. I shall throw an effigy of ole Popeye on the bonfire! lol.
LOL! That Ole Popeye won't burn, to hydrated with Spinach juice. So it would have to be an effigy! LOL!
You know any F E G's? lol.
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