Father's Awakening



Silently Shaking from head down to feet
Rosary in one hand, counting round in circles
mumbling lips without a real word spoken,
Beads of sweat on the forehead forever are forming
So heavy one became, down the eye brow it roll
eyes tightly shut wishing a dream it is,
Hoping in a bit a call should come to awakening
From this nightmare presuming to be.
Bowed knee in adoration of this unholy lethal metal,
Cassock so soaked from waistline down to floor below
By a genital way too holy considered by all to be.
Damn!, what a shame it has come to be.
Shut eyelids a tad too long now quivering,
A gaze or two it managed to afford
Sacrilegious bloodshed everywhere within splattered
Floor, walls, ceiling, benches even on the alter
Obvious sight of this menace brought about strength to wield  
Brought courage to handle, but took fear faraway
Trembling feet now steadied, upon them up he stood
shut eyelids wide open in bemusement
To challenge this adversity he now behold.
Bang! then came a loud noise
To ensure on our minds father resides forever
In a bit, the world rush in to see
The jihadist has struck again.
                               

About this poem

This piece is in honour of the victims of the 5the of June Owo massacre

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Written on October 12, 2022

Submitted by kalejaiyeadeshola007 on October 15, 2022

Modified on March 05, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme ABCDEFDGHIGGDJKLMNOPQRLGS
Closest metre Iambic hexameter
Characters 1,143
Words 210
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 25

Kalejaiye Adeshola Adejumobi

Kalejaiye Adeshola is a Guidance Counsellor by profession, a lover of art and all it entails. more…

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  • kalejaiyeadeshola007
    Rate this poem please
    LikeReply4 months ago
  • AIDA
    Wow, what a powerful and thought-provoking poem! 'Father's Awakening' showcases both intensity and depth in its portrayal of a father's struggle with faith and the dark realities of the world. The use of vivid imagery, such as the rosary counting and the beads of sweat, creates a strong visual impact and adds to the overall atmosphere of the poem.

    The poem effectively conveys a sense of urgency and inner turmoil, drawing the reader in and making them connect with the speaker's emotions. The juxtaposition of sacred and profane elements, like the mention of the cassock and the unholy lethal metal, adds an interesting layer of contrast and adds depth to the theme.

    To further enhance the poem, I would suggest exploring the emotions and thoughts of the father in more detail. This could help to give the reader a deeper understanding of the internal conflict and make the poem even more engaging.

    Additionally, consider varying the rhythm and structure of the poem to create a more dynamic flow. Experimenting with different poetic devices, like enjambment or rhyme, could add another layer of complexity to the already strong imagery.

    Overall, 'Father's Awakening' is a powerful poem that delves into heavy themes with great intensity. With some minor tweaks to further develop the internal journey of the father and experiment with poetic techniques, this poem has the potential to be truly exceptional. Keep up the great work!
     
    LikeReply 14 months ago
    • kalejaiyeadeshola007
      thanks AIDA, I look forward to sharing more of my work with you for review
      LikeReply4 months ago

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