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Clutter Clearing


No better way to clear the mind from clutter
than chanting hymns of praise to the Divine
One-pointedness … and wings of mind won’t flutter
around in world of objects minds define

Sing “Om Namah Shivaya” or “Hail Mary”
or “Chema Israël”, if you’re a jew
Reciting Holy Name is like the ferry
that helps unite the shores of “God” and “you”

The concepts of the ego’s separation
an obstacle we have to leave behind
break ego’s shell, choose pearl of meditation
the sacred mantra of the Name in mind


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  • penman gold member
    August 17
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    excellent

    Such a beautiful creation. So wonderfully done. Congratulations on the silver.

  • Hail Mary is what brought me here,

    and always helps me to keep moving forward,

    such a divine intervention,

    too much clutter in the minds of humanity,

    we can always help others by filling our thoughts with love,

    it does away with quite a bit of clutter,

    I hope to learn from reading you writes,

    I have a feeling that I will,

    so thank you maa,

     in advance.

    my blessed friend


  • imahealer gold member
    May 11

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    Marian, congratulations on the silver. The song I wrote for your birthday contest, includes many of the cleansing aspects for the soul, that you have taught me. Our ego is what keeps us from letting go of stress. After many years in the healing field, first mastering this myself, I now can be the teacher. Title is the perfect choice.
    Love, Shana

  • This is beautiful, Marion.
    It conveys your message smoothly and clearly.
    Well-expressed.
    Congrats on the Silver shiny.


  • Desire gold member
    May 6

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    Thank You!!

    Thank You for Your entry: Clutter Clearing
    This piece tugged at Spirit and as I read this several times I kept seeing hands holding hands of different religions but under one sky...one move to a non-violent future...to work out differences; a win win for Humanity
    Guns and Machetes put down, weapons not needed...embrace of one another despite color of skin, understanding and acceptance of different cultures without words of Hate spread like virus
    Wonderful message presented, compliments border!
    Powerful images You have brought forth

    These lines grabbed and pulled~
    The concepts of the ego’s separation
    an obstacle we have to leave behind:
    Peaceful take on the prompt~

    Thank You for sharing Your Heart also Spirit!
    Best wishes to You in the contest Sweet Soul
    **Judging will be done shortly...
    Many blessings too
    and much love~ Desire~*~


    • maa gold member
      May 7
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      your inspired comments are just amazing ...
      although I truly thank you for the silver trophy, I guess I am even more attracted to your contests because of your comments ...

      you are a gem !
      maa

  • MargaretG silver member
    May 6

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    I like it very much. Any form of meditation clears the mind and lightens the heart. I love the image in lines 7-8, that is what a religious view can bring into the meditation experience. Terrific!

  • Wise Motivation!

    maa, your words are inspirational,
    cheering on those of us who
    "meditate on the side."
    By now, Mary, I imagine
    is used to hearing my "Hails"
    as I chop salad veggies, do dishes,
    toss in the laundry, take a shower
    or add an an item to the grocery list,
    My rationalization, better to let ring
    the silent prayer than wait for never-to-arrive
    moment when all the thoughts are quieted, dismissed,
    for true meditation. Still working on that!

    Aesthete


  • Yemassee silver member
    May 5
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    Or praise me....

    I'm all for leaving the ego behind on some things, most things, but not all.

    I've no idea how to meditate, though I've tried when I get migraines. I've tried to will them away, so to speak.

    I like the inclusive tone of the poem, too many people want to build walls around faith, and exclude anyone who is not of that belief

    ...sort of like what free verse poets do to those who rhyme. Sorry, I had to do it.


  • Yemassee silver member
    May 4

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    Jenny is my kind of gal...now it's my turn...I have my reservations about this reservation, but I'll reserve my final...don't be so reserved, add something...

  • interesting

    not sure where to take this particular piece, as a statement, a noun, or a state of being as in verb. For me, I'm a reserved person to most; I only express through poetry. But since I don't exactly know what the contest is about, I wish you the best of luck.

    • maa gold member
      May 4
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      you're too funny ...
      it's just a contest reservation ... by the way, thank you for reminding me to tickle my muse and write my poem ...

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