Our Jerusalem

How can it be
Jerusalem by the sea
The Gem of Old
Adorned with Gold
Existence so Bold

Standing Proud
Draped in a Shroud
A marvel of beauty
A history of Cruelty
Everlasting Serenity

Never Forgotten
Never Silent
The Omnipresent
Ever so Vigil
Steeped in a Ritual

The body without a Heart
Humanity torn Apart
Incessant Dream
The Forgotten Stream
Never to be Seen

Nor Jewish
Nor Christian
Nor Muslim
Jerusalem so Tall
Inspiration to All

The Hills beyond
Civilizations Abound
A Lonely Tree
Swaying in the Breeze
So Free

The Shiny Beacon
Ever Forsaken
Alone on a Hill
A Golden Dome
Our Jerusalem Home


Joe Allen
10/1/06