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Abraham and Isaac: Sacred Poetry

by Cosmic Poet Simon Pole

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Aug 15, 2025
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Abraham and Isaac

O Father, why do you that dagger poise,
While around us cascades the mountain’s noise:
Waterfalls and washouts where whirlwinds wheel,
As on me the shake of your hand I feel.

My Son, remember, why it is you live:
In our old age, God a child promised give.
We laughed, but he to man our life…

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