The Robin

Robin Christianity symbolism

The Robin

It’s red breast plumage

Stain pierced from His crown of thorns

Through an act of love

Copyright @ Phillozofee 2021

Author's Note

It plucks a thorn from Christ’s crown to relieve His discomfort and ends up piercing its own breast.

Reviews

[Gee]

The photo made me smile as mum said she would return as a Robin to keep an eye on me.
A lovely haiku(?)

[Phill Oz O'fee]

Glad you liked it -- Thankyou :-)

[jacob erin-cilberto]

Good Samaritan Robin...
really like the parallels here.
j.

[Phill Oz O'fee]

Thank you, Jacob - glad you liked it! :-)

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Absolutely beautiful Haiku/Senryu dear Phil. The symbolism and imagery are truly profound. Thank you for this reference and story of selfless compassion. Happy, Hopeful, Healthy Holidays wished to you and yours.

[Phill Oz O'fee]

Bless you Annette for your lovely review - be safe and well! :-)