Micah 5:2

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The Adoration of the Shepherds - Bartolome Esteban Murillo

Bethlehem Ephrathah,
insignificant,
you have a voice
among the prophets,
yet you were silent.

When there was cause
to embrace,
you stood in the shadows,
ignoring
new birth,
divine flesh.

When the shepherds
sang praises,
you saw the filth
on their flesh,
considered them drunken,
not worthy of your ears.

Bethlehem Ephrathah,
small among the clans,
you have been witness
to a prophecy
you chose not to hear.

Were there wise men
among you
who sought a king
you waited for?
Did they lead you to poverty
rather than wealth.

Do you slumber now,
City of David?
Do you know
tomorrow's world will be changed
by love,
not war?

Bethlehem Ephrathah,
pathway of cultures to come,
a child
has touched your soul
despite your complacency.



copyright 2024 - Donald P James Jr

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