Themes and Insights
Lament of the Lost
Contrasting States of Being: The poem highlights the contrast between the speaker's flawed human nature (foolishness, arrogance, confusion) and the divine qualities they aspire to embody (grace, charity, faith). This juxtaposition illustrates the struggle between one's shortcomings and the desire for spiritual growth.
Humility and Surrender: There is an acknowledgment of the need for humility before God, emphasizing that true goodness comes from the divine rather than from personal merit. The speaker recognizes that their virtues are gifts from God, not personal accomplishments.
Self-Accusation and Reflection: The speaker grapples with self-accusation and feelings of unworthiness, indicating a profound internal conflict. This theme reflects the struggle many face when reconciling their actions with their spiritual aspirations.
Hope Amidst Despair: Despite feelings of confusion and loss, the speaker maintains hope in the possibility of rediscovering divine righteousness within themselves. This persistent hope serves as a reminder that spiritual awakening is an ongoing journey, even in times of darkness.
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Lament of the Lost
To Thee I lift mine eyes, oh Father
Unto Thee I bare my soul
With shame and sorrow I kneel before the Heavens
With fear I tremble before Your universe
With a broken heart I feel too low to bother Thee
How arrogant am I?
From the land of confusion is my voice
From the place of damnation is my spirit.
From the darkened heart I hold my candle
From the lost tribe, I too am lost
How I miss my brother’s word
How I miss his powerful humility
How I miss the truth found in his lips
How my spirit is of little faith
My God, how am I too hold on and to remain open?
I beg not for your answers
Yet there are none but you to turn to
My God, discern my shadow from your light
All that is in me of grace; is your grace
All that is in me of charity; is your charity
All that is in me of faith is your faith
All that is in me of goodness is your goodness
These are not of my character, but of your character
These are not of mine to be proud, but of yours to be proud
These are not mine to hold, but to give as you have given
These are not mine to be puffed up, but to be humble
What is mine is foolishness and selfishness
What is mine is confusion and lies
What is mine is arrogance and loathing
What is mine is self-importance, and self-pity
Though I have desired to know thee my Father,
I have forgotten you
Though I have desired to be as you are,
I have been as the accuser
Now in this abyss of misunderstanding, I accuse myself
But I shall hang on to the idea of you
I shall always hope to find your righteousness in me
Ryan o0o
Lament of the Lost
To Thee I lift mine eyes, oh Father
Unto Thee I bare my soul
With shame and sorrow I kneel before the Heavens
With fear I tremble before Your universe
With a broken heart I feel too low to bother Thee
How arrogant am I?
From the land of confusion is my voice
From the place of damnation is my spirit.
From the darkened heart I hold my candle
From the lost tribe, I too am lost
How I miss my brother’s word
How I miss his powerful humility
How I miss the truth found in his lips
How my spirit is of little faith
My God, how am I too hold on and to remain open?
I beg not for your answers
Yet there are none but you to turn to
My God, discern my shadow from your light
All that is in me of grace; is your grace
All that is in me of charity; is your charity
All that is in me of faith is your faith
All that is in me of goodness is your goodness
These are not of my character, but of your character
These are not of mine to be proud, but of yours to be proud
These are not mine to hold, but to give as you have given
These are not mine to be puffed up, but to be humble
What is mine is foolishness and selfishness
What is mine is confusion and lies
What is mine is arrogance and loathing
What is mine is self-importance, and self-pity
Though I have desired to know thee my Father,
I have forgotten you
Though I have desired to be as you are,
I have been as the accuser
Now in this abyss of misunderstanding, I accuse myself
But I shall hang on to the idea of you
I shall always hope to find your righteousness in me
Ryan o0o
Themes and Insights
Lament of the Lost
Contrasting States of Being: The poem highlights the contrast between the speaker's flawed human nature (foolishness, arrogance, confusion) and the divine qualities they aspire to embody (grace, charity, faith). This juxtaposition illustrates the struggle between one's shortcomings and the desire for spiritual growth.
Humility and Surrender: There is an acknowledgment of the need for humility before God, emphasizing that true goodness comes from the divine rather than from personal merit. The speaker recognizes that their virtues are gifts from God, not personal accomplishments.
Self-Accusation and Reflection: The speaker grapples with self-accusation and feelings of unworthiness, indicating a profound internal conflict. This theme reflects the struggle many face when reconciling their actions with their spiritual aspirations.
Hope Amidst Despair: Despite feelings of confusion and loss, the speaker maintains hope in the possibility of rediscovering divine righteousness within themselves. This persistent hope serves as a reminder that spiritual awakening is an ongoing journey, even in times of darkness.
Lament of the Lost
To Thee I lift mine eyes, oh Father
Unto Thee I bare my soul
With shame and sorrow I kneel before the Heavens
With fear I tremble before Your universe
With a broken heart I feel too low to bother Thee
How arrogant am I?
From the land of confusion is my voice
From the place of damnation is my spirit.
From the darkened heart I hold my candle
From the lost tribe, I too am lost
How I miss my brother’s word
How I miss his powerful humility
How I miss the truth found in his lips
How my spirit is of little faith
My God, how am I too hold on and to remain open?
I beg not for your answers
Yet there are none but you to turn to
My God, discern my shadow from your light
All that is in me of grace; is your grace
All that is in me of charity; is your charity
All that is in me of faith is your faith
All that is in me of goodness is your goodness
These are not of my character, but of your character
These are not of mine to be proud, but of yours to be proud
These are not mine to hold, but to give as you have given
These are not mine to be puffed up, but to be humble
What is mine is foolishness and selfishness
What is mine is confusion and lies
What is mine is arrogance and loathing
What is mine is self-importance, and self-pity
Though I have desired to know thee my Father,
I have forgotten you
Though I have desired to be as you are,
I have been as the accuser
Now in this abyss of misunderstanding, I accuse myself
But I shall hang on to the idea of you
I shall always hope to find your righteousness in me
Ryan o0o
Themes and Insights
Lament of the Lost
Contrasting States of Being: The poem highlights the contrast between the speaker's flawed human nature (foolishness, arrogance, confusion) and the divine qualities they aspire to embody (grace, charity, faith). This juxtaposition illustrates the struggle between one's shortcomings and the desire for spiritual growth.
Humility and Surrender: There is an acknowledgment of the need for humility before God, emphasizing that true goodness comes from the divine rather than from personal merit. The speaker recognizes that their virtues are gifts from God, not personal accomplishments.
Self-Accusation and Reflection: The speaker grapples with self-accusation and feelings of unworthiness, indicating a profound internal conflict. This theme reflects the struggle many face when reconciling their actions with their spiritual aspirations.
Hope Amidst Despair: Despite feelings of confusion and loss, the speaker maintains hope in the possibility of rediscovering divine righteousness within themselves. This persistent hope serves as a reminder that spiritual awakening is an ongoing journey, even in times of darkness.
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