The Bible’s Rhyme and Reason:
A Poem of the Bible
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The Coming of the Christ
The Coming of the Christ “So be it that this tiny hand That waves amidst the straw Be subject to the cruel commands Of brutal Roman law. So be it that the jerking arms That flail in sweet unrest, Be the arms flung open wide – Nailed from East to West. So be it that…
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The Symbolism of Christmas
The Symbolism of Christmas “Now, Son, the time draws nigh, But stay beside Me for a spell. First, I prepare Thy way earthward Through My messenger, Gabriel. “Gabriel, hasten to the virgin, Through her, I, her people burgeon. Encourage her. She’s sought My favour; I ask her to bear the coming Savior.” “Now, My Son,…
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The Symbolism of the Blood
The Symbolism of the Blood “Deliverance is Mine, O Child! I desire to be thy sole way! What Am I? A jealous God! This will My Love betray. Is it fair that blood’s required To repay an evil deed? Yes, tis fair, but not the reason I rectify what thee plead. Tis because I offer…
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The Symbolism of the Minor Prophets
The Prophesy of Jonah “Jonah calls from deep below, Inside the fish I sent to swallow Him and his plan to escape My Word. His three – day solitude is a symbol: Death and resurrection of Thee; the Lord. For three days in the tomb Thee shall lie, Then up in grandeur! The Trinity glorify!…
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The Symbolism of the Prophets: Daniel
The Prophesy of Daniel “Faithful Daniel, be My Witness; Stand as prophet to the king. In captivity find thy honour Because thou praise Me as supreme. Bear My Name before the servants; Speak My Grace before the king. Fear not of the wrath that cometh By power of the Signet Ring. “Persecution flays the body,…
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The Symbolism of the Prophets: Elijah and Elisha
The Symbolism of the Prophets “Hear it proclaimed in ringing joy; The faithful voices of my prophets. They proclaim My Son a boy; A man walking upon the earth. I have heard the plea from Isaiah, And sent promise of a Jesse Root. For David was a seed of Jesse, And Thee a David-Lineage Shoot.…
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The Symbolism of the Kings
The Symbolism of the Kings “But though My People look to man; They shall all on Me rely. For kings who trust in human strength Will soon and surely die. Why? Because, I Am the King! It’s My Sovereignty I share. I alone give Right to Rule Though Rebellion they dare. For, lo! King after…
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The Symbolism of Solomon, the Preacher
The Symbolism of Solomon “Is it time, O wisest Father? Final king and Israel’s defeat?” “Behold, Romans will come and take Israel’s proud and royal seat. Bondage is their future way; Dancing; laughter flee the street. Temples of gods defy Our Name, Who against Us can’t compete! And at long last, afraid and worn, I,…
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The Symbolism of King David
The Symbolism of King David “Is it time now, glorious Father?” Wonders the righteous Son. “Is it time that I depart That My mission may be done?” “Nearly, Son, nearly, but no. I have several symbols for Thee: The Only Way; Redeemer, and – Lo! Another I have: King! Eternal king with endless throne. Hear…
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The Symbolism of the Kingdom and Christ’s Coming
The Symbolism of the Kingdom “Is it time now, humble Father?” Seeks the Only Son, Begotten. “To lead Our people – Us alone – As We did in Paradise Eden?” Will they hear Us gladly now, And want Us there to fall? Do they ask Us for Our Spirit?” “No, My Son, they demand Saul!”…
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