The Reluctant Prophet
Living with
the Holy Ghost
deep inside
of him
Blessing strings
anointing chords
each new phrase
a hymn
Transubstantiation
all fruit
has left
the vine
Where Maggie’s Farm
and Mr. Jones
consecrate
— the rhyme
(The New Room: December, 2025)
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Blends personal spiritual experience with abstract theological concepts like transubstantiation.
Dense compression of religious imagery, allusions, and philosophical ideas in brief span.
Reverent, celebratory tone with blessing, hymns, consecration creating positive valence.
Cascading phrases and enjambment create forward momentum; 'deep inside' and 'hymn' sustain intensity.
Micro poem, approximately 6-7 lines when line breaks are properly parsed.
Rich metaphor (fruit/vine), allusion (Dylan, transubstantiation), personification, religious symbolism throughout.
Primarily lyric internal voice observing spiritual presence; minimal dramatic persona or narrative.
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