Poseidon

Poseidon of the white-capped waves, dark-haired

god of the the cold salt sea, of raging rivers

and sweetwater springs, ancient one, in Knossos

and in Thebes your name was known, carved with care

on tablets of clay, spoken softly, prayerfully,

in old Mycenae. World-shaker, god who holds

in hand the bones of the deep earth, in Corinth

were you well honored with games of skill and prowess;

throughout the land your temples stood, shining and tall.

The sea depths are yours, Poseidon; your palace lies

on the ocean floor, far removed from Olympos’ heights

and yet a glorious dwelling in your wondrous realm.

Bearer of the trident, stirrer of storms, master

of horses, granter to mankind of many gifts,

Poseidon, mighty son of Kronos, I praise you.

Reviews

[Lucy Morningstar &heart..]

this is absolutely incredible! I haven't seen poetry like this about the Olympians in a very long time. They seem a bit more like prayers to the gods than anything, but I love it! The rhyming works really well when it happens and the format is wonderful :)

[Hypnos]

They are prayers, but they are best described as poems.

[Lucy Morningstar ♥]

Well, I love them :) Ive read through a few now and they are all fantastic; written in true praise fashion as if you were actually there in ancient Greece :)

[Hypnos]

Thank you for the compliment.

[Angel]

Father of the laughing mermaid in my pool, as well ;-D.
As much as I do love the water...whether it be ocean, lake, creek, pond...or backyard pool...Posiedon is close to my heart. I thank him for the many joyful sunny days I have spent, splashing and playing, watching for rainbows in the spray, laughing in pure joy at the beauty and wonder of his watery realm.
I love this piece.

[Hypnos]

hahaha yes, he is also the father of the mermaid in your backyard. Thank you for the compliment.