No Religion? balladeA Poem by RewNo religion; no Talibans no persecution of the Jews, not subject to god-made Adams no honour killings in the news. No flogging of women as just dues for showing errant inch of skin, not stoned to death for holding views against some churches ruthless spin. No evangelists fleecing fans to send Him on luxury cruise, no religion pushed abortion ban because politics does so choose. No heaven, hell, a church's ruse, No Coeur d Lyons no Saladins crusading, a grifter's excuse, as is that... " Original Sin " But, no Saud's mosque, Mecca, Islam no high passion of St Mathew's no Monumental Cathedrals no great paintings to be viewed. Inspired by their greatest muse, no chorist's making rafters ring high alleluias, for folk on pews allaying fears, instilled within? © 2022 Rew |
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Added on March 23, 2022 Last Updated on March 25, 2022 AuthorRewAboutI try to write a story using a fixed form as vehicle. For example Villanelles & Ballades. I try to keep away from the angsty/maudlin/stuff. But, if my work doesn't suit you then, please, pass .. more..Writing
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