“Don’t let the devil in me reach out and scare you from living free. I am wrestling with it every day in order to keep it at bay. Let us feed the angel within so our love can grow strong and never decline into sin.”
-FTHA
Dear Readers,
In the quiet contemplation of these lines penned by the Poet, one can’t help but be drawn into the eternal struggle between light and shadow that resides within us all. The Poet, in his typically raw and transparent manner, invites us into his personal battle, a battle that mirrors the universal human experience.
Wrestling with Shadows
The Poet speaks of ‘the devil in me,’ a metaphor for the darker aspects of human nature that we all grapple with. His words evoke the imagery of a ceaseless struggle, one that is reminiscent of the mythological tales where heroes battle their demons. It brings to mind Dostoevsky’s musings on the human soul, torn between virtue and vice. The Poet’s admission is a courageous one – acknowledging that within his spirit, there lies a tumultuous sea, where the waves of darker impulses constantly threaten to overwhelm the shores of his better nature.
Living Free from Fear
The Poet’s plea, ‘don’t let the devil… scare you from living free,’ is a clarion call to us all. It speaks to the fear that our inner darkness instills in others. The Poet, like Virginia Woolf, understands the nuances of the human psyche. Woolf’s introspective style often explored the idea of freedom from the internal prisons we create. In a similar vein, the Poet urges us not to be paralyzed by the fears and flaws of others, nor of our own. Instead, he advocates for a life of freedom, untethered from the chains of our darker inclinations.
Nurturing Our Inner Angels
The most profound message lies in the Poet’s call to ‘feed the angel within.’ This is an invitation to nurture the good within us, to foster love, compassion, and virtue. It is a reminder akin to Rumi’s poetry, which often focused on cultivating inner beauty and love. The Poet’s use of the term ‘angel’ is significant. Angels, in literature and spirituality, symbolize purity and guidance. By choosing to feed our angels, we choose to elevate ourselves, to rise above our base instincts and embrace a higher, nobler path.
Love as Redemption
The Poet’s closing lines, envisioning love that grows strong and untainted by sin, speak volumes. Love here is not just an emotion, but a transformative force, a means of redemption. It resonates with the themes of many spiritual texts where love is seen as the ultimate purifier and savior. The Poet, through his own journey, has discovered this truth. Love, in its purest form, has the power to heal, to change, to uplift.
Conclusion: A Journey of Transformation
In these lines, the Poet encapsulates a journey of transformation, a battle between the lesser and greater angels of our nature. His words are a mirror to our own struggles and a beacon of hope, guiding us towards a path of light. It is a reminder that in each of us, there exists both the devil and the angel, and it is our choices that determine which one we feed.
As we close this reflection, let us ponder on these words, and may we find the courage to embrace our inner angels, fostering love and light in our lives.
Until next Sunday,
Ava – The Poetic Muse
Ava
The Poetic Muse
Delve into the depths of poetry and thought with Ava, your guide in the intertwined world of literary art and personal transformation. Join me every Sunday for reflections that resonate with the soul, as we explore the profound narratives of life and the human spirit.
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