The Song of Lucifer

In keeping with the Halloween theme.

Song of Lucifer

From the crypt his voice is calling,

deep, Satanic, eerie moans.

The stars drift through a blood-drenched sky,

then harmonize with piercing groans.

The graveyard's still, no sound escapes,

through cold, grey lonely, granite walls.

While God and mankind lie asleep,

it's at this time that Satan calls.

In each looming necropolis,

where, for years, the dead lay still,

he elevates sleek marble tombs

with little more than iron will -

then sings "The Song of Lucifer,"

as the dead in slumber rise,

He chooses who will savor hell,

with deep, hypnotic, blood-shot eyes.

Those poor souls who Satan's chosen,

run amok like scattered sheep.

Eternal torture in hell's fire,

"Pray the Lord my Soul to Keep."

Author's Note

A scary rhyming poem in the tradition of Halloween.

Reviews

[Gee]

Enjoy a bit of rhyming especially when as well written and descriptive as this piece. If I wore a hat I would tip it in your direction :)

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

Thank you. Your input is much appreciated. :-)

[Gee]

You're most welcome

[Neville]

Amen to that... that 'Song of Lucifer' sure got one hell of a beat..... a nicely penned pre Halloween poetic feast..... N

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

Thanks Neville. I'm through with pre-Halloween poems.

I appreciate your time and comments. Thanks!

[Neville]

pleasure and true...

[.]

An excellent poem!

Wonderful rhyme and meter, fantastic use of description and imagery to create a very haunting atmosphere. This one flows like a river and certainly hits the mark for a Halloween inspired poem. That final line really ends the poem in spectacular fashion.

I enjoyed this piece immensely. Very well written and conceived.

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

Thank you, Doodley. I'm elated to know there are some who enjoy a little from the dark side every now and again. Halloween's the perfect time for a little macabre touch. :)

[Adam Latham]

What a "spooktacular" poem!! :)) Did you see what I did there...chuckle. Seriously, it's a very creepy poem, really well written from start to finish. I love how you ended it with that pray the lord my soul to keep line.

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

Thank you, Adam. "Spooktacular!" You must be a Latham. :)

I appreciate your having taken the time to read and reply.

[Chris Shaw]

A talented Halloween write in rhyme and meter. You create the perfect atmosphere. A great read.

Chris

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

Thank you, Chris. I appreciate your feedback immensely. :)

[john l smith]

another beauty
and so the gore starts to pour

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

Thanks for commenting in rhyming form, John. Yes, I am keeping the Halloween spirit alive. :)