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August 10, 2013September 2, 2013 Ibrahim J. Long Poetry

The Sacred Fence

I honour this fence beneath my feet. It separates me from who I think I am, have been, and who I may someday be. Each fence I cross is sacred; as are the ones I have dared not climb. I would not grow if I did not cross them, And I would not know my … Continue reading The Sacred Fence

February 16, 2013September 2, 2013 Ibrahim J. Long Poetry

An Abode of Peace

Allah before me, Calling me, Satan below. On my right an Angel telling me "Go!" On my left a Jinn calling this world "home", And my heart fills with shouting Between friend and foe. Before me lays a path into the unseen, From the world I am walking in, To a world waiting for me. … Continue reading An Abode of Peace

February 16, 2013May 7, 2015 Ibrahim J. Long Poetry

Just a few moments

In just a few moments we will awake upon a new scene, Anxiously awaiting judgement for all of our deeds. Our lifetime seeming like only part of a day; As we hope our good deeds will bear the most weight. After days, months, or years in the grave our body will stand anew; Revived by … Continue reading Just a few moments

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