Jihad
Everest looms before me
Axe in hand, and all alone
A tiny rock had killed Goliath,
But what if Goliath
Was made of stone?
Icy winds bear harsh whispers,
Telling tales of misplaced fears.
Entranced,
Hacking, fighting was I,
And the mountain leers.
Naught
But a dent
Wrought
In the cold mass.
A battle….
Defeated.
What a loss.
Ax in shambles,
Spirit shaken
Doubt’s buzzing in my ears
Weeping
In the face of
A weakness man reveres.
Dare I live
Beyond my death
Cowering behind
This shameful veil
Dare I plea
For Courage’s renewal
For my toils
To avail
And if I perish
Be it after
My heart renders
Final thrust
But when I prosper
Be it known
In God was
My utter trust
Broken ax meets solid summit
Solid power, solid fear
With a force of golden passion
And a tide of joyous tears
Mighty mount explodes in anguish
Victory’s voice has now been found
And this hurdle, once so daunting,
Pebbles, prostrate on the ground.
And David slew Goliath.
Comments
beautifully written
Thanks for reading and commenting, Keith.
– Natella2020
great piece welll done
Thank you, Judith, that’s very nice.
– Natella2020
Deep, Powerful imagery, very thought provoking, loved the first stanza and the second and the third, actually I can’t quite decide. I loved the title best of all, very fitting and stirring…(thats said with tongue firmly in cheek!) JZK sis!
Jazaki Allahu Khairan, Summayyah. I always await your comments expectantly, knowing that you will say just the right things to encourage me towards becoming better.
I think this is the first title I am proud of. The time it takes me to post a new work is just so long, that I get over anxious when I finish one, and just don’t devote enough time to come up with a good title. This one, I think, is properly suitable and enticing.
– Natella2020
My friend – this is one of the best written pieces I have read to date from you. Imagery, yes – powerful, yes – but the words used and how they are constructed in the verses are outstanding.
Well done Natella.
Rog
Thank you so much, Roger. I’m glad you think so, as that was the point I concentrated on most—the words. I really appreiciate your comment.
– Natella2020
OMG BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!! I LOVE IT!!!! SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO MUCH!!!!! GREAT JOB HUN!!!!
Wow, what a nice thing to say, Karla. Thanks so much!
– Natella2020
Your welcome…Maybe we should do projects like this more often
That sounds wonderful. Any ideas?
– Natella2020
Natella you are amazing… i felt the power of your words that made my back go straight with strength… the title is perfect for this incredible piece…
Thank you, Metamorphosis. Your writing is very liberating and personal, and I am humbled by your comment.
– Natella2020
None come to mind at the moment.. I am going to talk to my nephew Brandon hes 10 years old and very very smart when it comes to ideas on things.. Maybe he can help..
They say the journey of life begins with one step. I suppose the beginning of the end could start with one man and one axe…well written.
Louise
The beginning of the end—or the beginning of a new beginning?
Thanks so much for your comment, Louise, I appreciate it.
– Natella2020
Weeping
In the face of
A weakness man reveres…. that gave me shivers… beautifully wrought piece!!! xxx
Thank you Karen! That is so nice of you!
– Natella2020