A Burning Heart – A Sonnet
O that within me dwells a burning heart
That blazes like a bonfire on the shore
When twilight comes the purple colors soar
As lemon rays of daylight soon depart —
O that the light find I when darkness starts
And warmth when winter chills me to the core
With light and warmth I could not ask for more
For of life’s miracles take I a part.
O stand and see and for the old paths ask
Walk on in paths that lead to the good way
Beside you will be Truth, the Way, the Life
To give your soul the rest in midst of strife
Your heart will burn with love in night and day,
Through seasons, light and warmth to guide your tasks.
D. G. Vachal © 2025
Thus says the Lord: Stand in the ways and see, And ask for the old paths, where the good way is, And walk in it; Then you will find rest for your souls. But they said, ‘We will not walk in it.’ – Jeremiah 6:16 NKJV
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Exquisite. I am amazed by your skill and insights.
Thank you so much, Carolyn. I am very much humbled by your comment on this poem.
I, too, am continually amazed by your gifts!! This sounds like a sonnet from one of the masters of literature. Your talents shine through the imagery of this sonnet. The first four lines are particularly heavenly. And set up the high levels of imagery in this sonnet. Bravo!
Thank you so much, Ellen for your very kind and uplifting words. I am thrilled that you felt and saw the imagery in this poem, especially the first four lines. I am very humbled by your comment. 🩷🙏
This is beautiful! Well done!
Thank you so much, Dawn! I am thrilled that you find this poem beautiful and well done.
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