They were our first Gods
With secret shame they breathed us
Into a world of water sky
Cain and Abel sacrifice
Celebrated and disparaged
They were our first Gods
Prayers not meant to free us
Within a world (the Eden lie)
A made-up Christ to sacrifice
Faith unsafe and careless
They were our first Gods
They die but never leave us
In a world where we deny
Our lives are but a sacrifice
To their ancient fateful marriage
Our Father who art in heaven
Oh Mother have mercy
Throughout November I am writing a poem every day as part of an effort to raise funds for The Center For New Americans. If you like the poems (or even if you don’t) and would like to support this fantastic organization, please follow this link. Thanks.