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I Give

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Forgive me father, as I kneel before you.
Prayer bestowed upon me for trials and tribulation.
I give of myself, to the heavens, pay my dues,
grant me everlasting peace and salvation.

At your alter, I beckon, as you guide me right from wrong,
and cast within my earthly shell, to stand proud and strong.
Let not fear conquer me, with you, I shall pray,
where I will return the gift you give, each and every day.

With silence, I have vowed, in your light I'll stand,
expose my soul, my body, and all that I am.
To change what I have known, to learn all you feed,
I've given all I have, that you may see my need.

Author notes

Picture prompt-

The painting: by Philip Hermogenes Calderon
St. Elizabeth of Hungary's Great Act of Renunciation
1891



Renunciation:
# noun: the act of renouncing; sacrificing or giving up or surrendering (a possession or right or title or privilege etc.)
# noun: an act (spoken or written) declaring that something is surrendered or disowned

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  • intanglio2ring
    August 26, 2007

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    Thanks first for the info on the picture!

    I was able to look her up and even more understand what the picture is saying!
    And your words are even clearer and more heartfelt!
    Wonderful poem here - a prayer for all!
    Thanks
    Tang


  • In Too Deep1 gold member
    August 26, 2007

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    Wow!
    This is a really powerful write. I am certain that the prompt is exactly what you have scribed. There is a lot of heart and soul poured into this beautiful prayer. I can only in agreement say "amen"

    Best of wishes in the comp