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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738
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Dig into the earth and find pieces of us left behind toss the bones of shoveling-- as spade is true to groveling as the glue unto the blade-- know ye, this, the doors are made not by wishes of intent but by every thought misspent. Just as Michelangelo saw the form within the stone-- Degas found that glitter foamed in the distance of the paint. Matrix--in the dots-- we see-- the picture of complexity tainted by the hand that seeks-- no such thing-- simplicity. The artistry is in the heart. Basics of a form to start. All the rest is but fulfilled by the muddy river's spill. Earth and Water, Fire--Air-- corners called and cry despair to know the center of the mind-- the truth is trembling...in quill. This is how the doors are formed-- from the purity of "void". Thus we empty selves in trust to do the things we know we must. Even as the stones are tossed, even as we carry cross as the nails pound through the wrist-- know that we are bound by kiss. |
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gemjop Member Elite
since 2002-11-18
Posts 2587Pencilveinia, USA |
know ye, this, the doors are made not by wishes of intent but by every thought misspent. Every time you wow me Karen. bloody brilliant words. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
This is how the doors are formed-- from the purity of "void". Thus we empty selves in trust to do the things we know we must. ~*~ Keep teaching...  |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
Awesome. According to H. Newstrom a wiccan priest who writes for the Golden Dawn. The letter is the Hebrew word for door,gate or lid. Also related to drawing out, delivering or lifting up. It is the 'illuminating Intelligence" of the the fourteenth path in the Sepher yetzirah and hermetically ascribed to the Tarot card of the Empress. Just thought I'd help shed some light not steal yer thunder K ReshAlephPehLamed |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
serenity, When chasing shadows you must catch what makes them. Enjoyed |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
K: I dont know much about the history (thanks Raph for the lesson truly - do you have a link?) but I relate this to myself through Blake: "When the doors of perception are cleansed, everything appears as it is . . . infinite" Through a kiss? Hmmm . . . have my own thoughts on that line indeed Ok I need elaboration because this intrigues me so xxoo |
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Nightshade 
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Earth and Water, Fire--Air-- corners called and cry despair to know the center of the mind-- the truth is trembling...in quill. Awesome my friend. Chris  "Said you'd give me light... |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Raph gets an "A".  (and a hug-- )And yep, Sue, that particular quote from Blake played into it as well. And wow, you two, we haven't talked for awhile, huh? I miss our all night gab-fest marathons! Thanks for reading, good poets. Hope to be back after I cook supper. sigh. Hugs to all. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Karen...how did I miss this one? This is an amazing write...and very intriguing. Makes me want to know more. I love the whole thing, but these lines... "Dig into the earth and find pieces of us left behind toss the bones of shoveling-- as spade is true to groveling as the glue unto the blade-- know ye, this, the doors are made not by wishes of intent but by every thought misspent." And especially this... "Even as the stones are tossed, even as we carry cross as the nails pound through the wrist-- know that we are bound by kiss." Just awesome...you're so cool. Love ya, lady.  "it is better to be a part of beauty for one instant and then cease to exist than to exist forever and never be a part of beauty" -- Don Marquis [This message has been edited by vlraynes (07-18-2003 03:31 AM).] |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
glad this one came back around... indeed, a very cool lady you are K...and along with Sue, I want more...and more |
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JaiOfHeaven Member
since 2003-04-12
Posts 207California, Usa |
you all supply this place with space to create and relate our minds for this I am thankful...and you Blaze.. are awesome. Continue writing, Keep experimenting, and keep inspiring your peers. Checkout my post "Jo". I experimented a lil. Jai |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Blaze..:-) Excellent work...You have used the modern form of short lines, and not take away the old images that move the soul. A wonderful read...I agree with Nightshade, that stanza should be pointed out as awesome, as should the fine ending...ice |
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x8x_bigmike Member
since 2003-07-08
Posts 130California, USA |
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dig into the earth and find pieces of us left behind toss the bones of shoveling-- as spade is true to groveling as the glue unto the blade-- know ye, this, the doors are made not by wishes of intent but by every thought misspent. _ I love your use of ryhme here, very fluid and vivid...the poem itself seemed to resonate within a powerfull voice...great write Mike |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
"Earth and Water, Fire--Air-- corners called and cry despair to know the center of the mind--" Very poignant. Deep in the mountains of Western Iran, the sacred flame of Zoroaster is still fed. Deep in the hearts of souls who have passed through the fire, the elements know gratitude. |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Karen: amazing insight Lady the doors are made not by wishes of intent but by every thought misspent. yes they are . . . xxoo |
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