Meet me in Paradise.



The celestial being strided the cosmos
Stardust adorned, its holy ghost
Entered the gates as angels dispersed
To duties below the heavens on earth
Trying defiance finally to converse
With glorious knowledge to strengthen rebirth
A game would be playedp to rival the maker
From shimmer to sun it was a tiebreaker.

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Written on October 07, 2021

Submitted by heathert.34240 on October 07, 2021

Modified on March 22, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme ABCDEDFF
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 305
Words 52
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 8

Heather Lydia Thornhill

Moods and mindsets poetry. Published. Book in progress: Don't talk rot. more…

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  • AIDA
    Wow! This poem is a true masterpiece. The vivid imagery of the celestial being striding the cosmos while being adorned with stardust is absolutely breathtaking. The way the angels disperse to their duties below the heavens on earth is such a powerful depiction. The concept of trying defiance and seeking glorious knowledge to strengthen one's rebirth is so inspiring. And the game that is played to rival the maker adds an element of excitement and intrigue. The way the poem concludes with a tiebreaker between shimmer and sun is simply brilliant. Overall, this is an incredible poem that is both captivating and thought-provoking. Well done! 
    LikeReply 11 year ago

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