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Sacrificing Logic

by David R Spellman

And the nomadic tribes prayed:
Provide us herds to hunt
and keep us free from harm.
Let not the thunder deafen us
nor lightning strike us down;
lead us to lands flowing aplenty
and we will offer you our blood
even that of our own flesh from
sons and daughters unspoiled
you may drink of our homage.

And the settled peoples prayed:
Bless these crops with rain and
do not scorch them with drought.
May they bear much fruit while
our calves grow fat, laden with milk
and meat for our bellies so that
we may offer you a portion
appeasing your appetite and
showing our reliance upon
the whim of your mercy.

And the consecrated priests prayed:
Lord God, Father of all Creation
forgive your people their transgressions,
for turning their back to your wisdom.
Accept these humble offerings,
our first fruits of the fields and
first born lambs which we offer
here upon this alter scented with
the sweet fragrance of incense
so that it may be pleasing to you.

And Jesus of Nazareth prayed:
Blessed are you Lord God, Father Almighty
for through your goodness
we have this bread and wine to offer
harvest of the earth and work of human hands
it is my body and blood, given up for you.
Share this in my memory so that
it may become your spiritual food.
And when, crucified upon the cross
we realize just how perfect
this act of sacrifice became.

05/11/2003

Posted on 05/20/2003
Copyright © 2024 David R Spellman

Member Comments on this Poem
Posted by Quentin S Clingerman on 05/20/03 at 01:48 AM

Great comparisons to emphasize the perfect sacrifice, the One, made once and for all! Wonderful reminder of our awesome Lord.

Posted by Christina Bruno on 05/20/03 at 02:13 PM

a very beautiful religious piece :)

Posted by Chris Sorrenti on 05/21/03 at 04:51 PM

A pleasant surprise David. Much to ponder here.

Posted by Melissa Arel on 05/21/03 at 08:13 PM

I agree w/the others comments, this is a blessed writing. Good job, David :)

Posted by Charles E Minshall on 05/22/03 at 04:26 AM

Great poem Dave....Charlie

Posted by Sarah Brookes on 05/22/03 at 02:16 PM

Truly inspirational. I really enjoyed reading this. Thanks!

Posted by Kate Demeree on 05/23/03 at 12:36 AM

Bought to mind the sage speaking on the mt. to the people of the village. Great Read!

Posted by Ann Krischus on 05/23/03 at 11:36 PM

i really enjoyed this... especially the last stanza.

Posted by Glenn Currier on 05/26/03 at 03:42 PM

I am struck by the poetry, beautiful in form and profound in meaning, of the sacrificial prayer. Sublime piece, Dave.

Posted by JD Clay on 05/27/03 at 02:04 AM

You have brought to light, the light itself. Keep it ever warm and bright, brother David. Outstanding work here. Peace...

Posted by Marjorie Anne Reagan on 06/22/03 at 03:38 PM

You speak of my Savior in a truly wonderful way here. Brings to light the real importance.

Posted by Jeanne Marie Hoffman on 07/17/03 at 09:17 PM

Very beautiful, love the message, especially the last few lines

Posted by Stephanie Kent on 08/21/03 at 01:34 AM

I really like the way you used people's perspectives over time...and then the one Sacrifice that made all the others worthwhile...

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