Crossing the River Styx
A poem of faith.26 total reviews
Comment from Begin Again
Awesome! Yes, in the end when our time comes, either we have accepted the word of the Lord or we haven't, but if we have, there will be no fear. Well written. Thank you for sharing.
Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
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Awesome! Yes, in the end when our time comes, either we have accepted the word of the Lord or we haven't, but if we have, there will be no fear. Well written. Thank you for sharing.
Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 15-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
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Thank you so much Carol.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Very nice artwork and presentation.
-A well written poem with effective imagery.
-A very good opening line including alliteration.
-The traveler found a better way and
arrived at "the river Styx."
-Effective use of dialogue and questions
between boatman and traveler.
-A very good opening ended conclusion.
-A very good entry; good luck.
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
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-Very nice artwork and presentation.
-A well written poem with effective imagery.
-A very good opening line including alliteration.
-The traveler found a better way and
arrived at "the river Styx."
-Effective use of dialogue and questions
between boatman and traveler.
-A very good opening ended conclusion.
-A very good entry; good luck.
Comment Written 15-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
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Thank you so very much for the kind review.
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You are very welcome.
Comment from nomi338
This reminds me of a sermon I once heard delivered by Aretha Franklin's father. It involves a train caught up in a dangerous storm. The passengers were in fear of being injured or possibly even losing their lives. A little girl was on the floor playing, a passenger said why are you not afraid? The little girl said, "My father is driving this train and he knows I am on board. So I am not afraid." Now, I ask you, is that not inspiring?
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
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This reminds me of a sermon I once heard delivered by Aretha Franklin's father. It involves a train caught up in a dangerous storm. The passengers were in fear of being injured or possibly even losing their lives. A little girl was on the floor playing, a passenger said why are you not afraid? The little girl said, "My father is driving this train and he knows I am on board. So I am not afraid." Now, I ask you, is that not inspiring?
Comment Written 15-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
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Truly inspiring Nomi. Worthy of a short story or poem in it's self.
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
I see the symbolism of the River Styx in your poem. It's a clear metaphor of from the end of life and the beginning of eternity for the passenger. The last lines. Indicate to me who the passenger is. It is well written with an interesting metaphor. Good luck in the contest.
robert
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
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I see the symbolism of the River Styx in your poem. It's a clear metaphor of from the end of life and the beginning of eternity for the passenger. The last lines. Indicate to me who the passenger is. It is well written with an interesting metaphor. Good luck in the contest.
robert
Comment Written 14-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
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Thank you so much for the review.
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You're welcome
Comment from Barry Penfold
The image sets a mood of mystery. Nicely thought out and I like the last piece of conversation." my father owns both sides of the river" Good one. Thanks for sharing and I hope you have a wonderful day.
Regards
Barry Penfold.
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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The image sets a mood of mystery. Nicely thought out and I like the last piece of conversation." my father owns both sides of the river" Good one. Thanks for sharing and I hope you have a wonderful day.
Regards
Barry Penfold.
Comment Written 14-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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Thank you so very much Barry.
Comment from jake cosmos aller
a powerful and moving poem about a man who faces death without fear or hesitation as he knows where he will end up on the other side and is not afraid of what will be
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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a powerful and moving poem about a man who faces death without fear or hesitation as he knows where he will end up on the other side and is not afraid of what will be
Comment Written 14-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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Thank you so very much Jake.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Excellent poem about courage and faith I love the myth about the river Styx.
The dead person it's not afraid of death because of his faith.
Well done.
Gypsy
"Poetry heals the wouds inflicted by reason" -- Novali
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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Excellent poem about courage and faith I love the myth about the river Styx.
The dead person it's not afraid of death because of his faith.
Well done.
Gypsy
"Poetry heals the wouds inflicted by reason" -- Novali
Comment Written 14-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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I treasure your reviews, I feel that I am on the right "poetic" track after your reviews.
Comment from royowen
What a great contemplation D&V, the thought that nothing escapes God's notice, no one can hide from His eyes on this plain or the next, the boatman still knows where to take us on our final Journey, beautifully written my friend(s) blessings Roy
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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What a great contemplation D&V, the thought that nothing escapes God's notice, no one can hide from His eyes on this plain or the next, the boatman still knows where to take us on our final Journey, beautifully written my friend(s) blessings Roy
Comment Written 14-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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You are so very generous Roy, always so kind.
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Well done
Comment from Shanbreen
DonaldVicki, one way of looking at this is that one does not have to be fearful if the faith is strong -- the father owns both sides. But to be at that stage, the traveler had to take the long and weary path-- his repentance. I think I am rambling but it does has so many meanings (interpretations) to it. Best for the free verse contest.
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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DonaldVicki, one way of looking at this is that one does not have to be fearful if the faith is strong -- the father owns both sides. But to be at that stage, the traveler had to take the long and weary path-- his repentance. I think I am rambling but it does has so many meanings (interpretations) to it. Best for the free verse contest.
Comment Written 14-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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Thank you so very much.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I enjoyed reading this contest entry. You told a story in a poem and had an interesting twist at the end. Thank you for sharing this entry with us and good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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I enjoyed reading this contest entry. You told a story in a poem and had an interesting twist at the end. Thank you for sharing this entry with us and good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 14-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
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Thank you so very much Barbara.