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shirtless
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since 2006-04-29

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0 posted 2010-04-22 04:56 PM

I KEEP TO THE SMALLER GROUP

I keep to the smaller group
of those
with scars
so deep
we do not trust
each other

I keep to the smaller group
of those
who seek god
so they
can reject
grace

I keep to the smaller group
and sometimes
knowing the dead
outnumber
the living
is all that keeps me going

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Margherita
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since 2003-02-08

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1 posted 2010-04-23 01:31 PM

This is quite sad, yet thought provoking.

Why would those who seek god reject grace?

Love,
Margherita

Pilgrimage
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since 2001-12-04

Posts 3945
Texas, USA

2 posted 2010-04-23 02:47 PM

I like your poem. It makes me want to write.
So I'll keep to the smaller group with you
and let the dead carry on.

Nan (Pilgrim variety)

shirtless
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since 2006-04-29

Posts 359

3 posted 2010-04-23 02:51 PM

Margherita, there are those who not only reject the idea that god exists, but would also rebel against god if he did exist. The existence of god would be oppressive, and destructive of any existential freedom. Regards, Tony

MorningStar
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since 2009-10-26

Posts 290
Pittsburgh, Pa

4 posted 2010-04-23 04:27 PM

Hmmmm, pain as a shield, an anthem, and a banner...

I have a feeling that this group isn't as small as one might think. Loved it.
Aenea

If I don't say it...who will?

steavenr
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since 2003-11-17

Posts 4058

5 posted 2010-04-23 11:22 PM

this is good writing...not too keen on the philosophy, but this is very good writing

Juju
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since 2003-12-29

Posts 3429
In your dreams

6 posted 2010-04-24 12:08 PM

sad

-Juju

-"So you found a girl
Who thinks really deep thoughts
What's so amazing about really deep thoughts " Silent all these Years, Tori Amos

Andrew Scott
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since 1999-06-24

Posts 2558
Redlands,CA,USA

7 posted 2010-04-24 01:03 AM

Interesting... I like the feel of your piece. I don't know that I agree, but it works as a piece from start to finish. As for the existence of God being oppressive, I suppose that depends on your view of God. Me, I think he’s pretty much a hands-off sort of guy. And grace is what you make of it. I’m sure there are many who will, and do, disagree. Peace.

"We'll chase them like rats across the tundra."

Zeigeist
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since 2009-12-09

Posts 311
Michigan

8 posted 2010-04-24 09:02 AM

Very Cool Poem.

Z.

passing shadows
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since 1999-08-26

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displaced

9 posted 2010-04-24 09:47 AM

I might have to agree with you

neat write here

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