... and here lies the
mystery
of the deference
the respect
of our Father
he will not
coerce
or force our
love—
and herein lies the
mystery
of our selves
that having seen
light
we choose darkness
having lived in
Truth
we prefer the lie
J. Janda
J. Janda’s poems have appeared in newspapers,
magazines, anthologies, and literary publications, as well as in
books of his own poetry.
Copyright © 2000, J. Janda
The present poem
comes from the Janda's book, In Embrace.
Art by Martin Erspamer, OSB
from
Religious Clip Art for the Liturgical Year (A, B, and
C). This art may be reproduced only by parishes who purchase the
collection in book or CD-ROM form. For more information go
http://www.ltp.org
