Legend of the Blood Moon Rising

just a little mythical lore to think about this night, Night of the Blood Moon

The Legend of the Blood Moon Rising

 

There is blood in the heavens

There is a reddish haze

It creeps from aft horizon

It portends a doom of hate

 

Mystics pray and light the door

With candles blessed are we

To ward off evil spirits that

Roam the world on spree

 

It is said that on this night

Night of the blood moon whole

The door to Hades opens wide

And the Devil flies for every soul

 

He unleashes his minions

His demons are free to flee

As demonic and treacherous as

The worst that man can be

 

A candle wax made from bees

Lit on the window ledge

Bearing the blessing of a Priest

Protects those within, instead.

 

 

Bright Ocean Star; September 27, 2015

 

Author's Note

What do you think? Have a great weekend and enjoy the Eclipse wherever you be, my friends. Thank you for reading and reviewing this one!

Note: Credit for the incredible photograph goes to someone else. My photographic skills are not and never will be this good. http://media.photobucket.com/user/hyperionmind/media/EclipsedMoonPugh.jpg.html?filters[term]=red%20moon&filters[primary]=images&filters[secondary]=videos&sort=1&o=35

Reviews

[m.s.early]

I think that sometimes people believe that science's empirical evidence of natural phenomena undermines the spiritual significance of the events.

There is 98% of the universe that we don't understand called black matter. Maybe in that 98% is where the spiritual world exists and maybe we had a greater understanding of it before we "really" knew what it was.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Xavier, you are at an advantage, because I am under the influence of a really good glass of wine with dinner. However, besides that, your comments are incredibly profound. I agree with you though. Just because science can explain a phenomenon does not make it less mystical and less worthy of religious significance. I believe quite strongly that God uses the natural laws to perform his miracles. He made this earth, and the moon, and He understands better than anyone how they work and how to use them to his advantage. Thank you for stopping by to read and leave this insightful review. I am honored, because I consider you one of the best poets on this site. God bless you, my friend.

[Coyote Poetry]

Beautiful artwork and tale in the poem. I like the moon. Great mystery had been create by her changes. I like the set-up of the poem leading to the good ending. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Bright Ocean Star]

You are welcome. Thank you for stopping in again. I appreciate your kind reviews.

[Coyote Poetry]

Was my pleasure and you are welcome.

[Sami Khalil]

I love to watch and appreciate physically and spiritually natural phenomenons. We tend to unlock mysteries and connect with God and the universe at large . An excellent depiction and write.....:).....

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Sami! It is good to see you here again. I am very honored that you liked this one. It was fun to write.

[Sami Khalil]

It is indeed. You are welcome muchly. ....:).....

[Einstein Noodle]

enjoyed watching last night and reading today ;) fantastic pic ...
"The sun will be turned to darkness and the moon to blood before the coming of the great and glorious day of the Lord." Acts 2:20 :))
i imagine all sorts of ancient peoples watching in horror, the darkening of the sun and moon and especially a blood moon ... lacking understanding, they crouched in fear and some smart ol' witch doctors seized the moment i am sure ... i enjoy lore of all kinds ..its rich in culture and symbolism ... with a touch of true to boot!! the night sky is always spectacular; but especially so with a Super Moon in full eclipse .. nice one you Star you!
E.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you for stopping in to read this one E. It's always nice to see your review. You always add some really good historical slant to things. This one was fun to pen. I am overjoyed you liked it. :)

[s y e]

I SAW IT! :-D

It was so amazing surreal. I mean, I woke up at 3am and stayed awake until 5am but it was so worth it.
I got some pictures yesterday evening just before I went home, it was so gorgeous. Your poem, fantastic as always - I am so fascinated by the moon, always have been since I was a child so to see this is out of this world, literally.

This is so fantastic!

[Bright Ocean Star]

yeay! So happy you liked it! And thank you tons for the sweet happy birthday poem. You are so sweet to me!

[Bright Ocean Star]

Wasn't it positively magnificent?! We were shrouded by clouds until it was over. I just saw the moon coming out of the eclipse. By that time, the blood red color was long gone.

[Relic]

Unfortunately all I've seen are clouds. I like the feel of this poem. It makes me think of secret societies that are dwelling within our midst. Crazy but true.

Nice writing with a mysterious tone to it.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Relic. I deeply appreciate your words. I'm honored you liked this one. It is quite amazing what people bring up to worry themselves over. It does give me the creeps. :)

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I always enjoy reading the lore behind natural occurrences, and often wonder what went through people's minds before there was an understanding of this phenomenon...I enjoyed watching the eclpise last night from the comforts of my chair in the living room and am enjoying this poem in the same place :)....well done :)

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, FT. It felt good to put it to paper on the appropriate night. I'm really glad you enjoyed it.

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:) you are welcome!

[jacob erin-cilberto]

we are having nothing here but clouds...but we know it is happening...i see double meaning in this poem...eclipse can cover a heart, maybe the treachery that is there---but even if there is a mask, like clouds, over the heart....the hidden agenda, the evil one is still there---
something so pretty can conceal something so bad.

love this.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Jacob! I've missed seeing your delightful reviews. I'm happy you saw this one so quickly.