Wonderful!

Chrissy

"Somewhere in a Distant Jungle"
A reading for Kings and Queens...you know I loved it!

Sincerely,
Gwendolyn

this is packed with much feelings and can be viewed different ways puts me in mind of religous leaders who lead their flock to death
and how time isn't always best...you know
as always great imagery!!!!

Excellent and top notch poetry!

The unimaginable suffering in this world fostered and promoted "By the decree of unscrupulous powers" appears to be endless and increasing. How is it possible for this degree of hate to exist? How can the suffering of the innocent be allowed "Under the light of God's eyes?" ...questions I hope to have answered one day. The poem stirs strong feelings and evokes a powerful emotional response. The series of couplets are beautifully written and effective. -outstanding work!
~Butch

This tale is very visual and the benevolence you used in places was intriguing. I have to agree the end was also very much a confirmation nothing goes unseen by Him God in his Greatness.

Excellent work
peace,
Joselyn

Stark and very visceral. But I can't imagine that such a one would have a "vacant video" of a mind... far from it, in fact. It must be the strength of his inner light and vision that keeps him alive, I'da thought. But the reality of his presence and character is branded into OUR vacant thoughts, which is a measure of both your rapier penmanship and his compelling witness. Such an aura can never be invisible, even though attempted to be concealed. Truth always finds a way to be revealed, even if it is through cracks in the pavement. Your final line is both a comfort and a confirmation of his greatness, importance and legitimacy. He is protected, if not in flesh, in spirit. The words beat and thrash violently, but the work is centred and poised. Grace will not be stripped from him. He shines. TY Kate xx

I think it was last year alone some 160,000 Christians died in Middle East, Asian and certain Far East counntries. Under the darkness of man's heart - God's light is a measure of His common grace from which both good and bad benefit from.

It is fast becoming difficult to live one's faith in Europe the more it secularises - amazing too when one thinks that it was 16th century Protestant Reformation that wrought liberty to this part of the world - ironic, really.

A thought provoking write, Jude.
Regards
Dai

A few like Nelson Mandela, prevail. The rest, unheard from, die miserable deaths as the jungle cries for its loss.

A clear message, Jude.

Ron

i wonder who suffers more..the prisoner or the captor

Richard nailed it Jude! this is a special poem on the topic because of the gifted mind that created it, you have uncanny insight!

You paint a powerful picture with superb and emotionally devastating imagery Robert. Many humans have lived and ended their days this way because of war and conflict. This poem could also (in my mind) be an extended metaphor for how bad choices can incarcerate our lives, and our freedoms, and place us in squalid forsaken holes of our own making. Bloody persuasive write!

Light and Wisdom ...

Jude, this is by far, to me, one of your most powerful writes. I cannot compliment it enough.

Peace. Joyce

War is torture
This is so visual it hurts
:(
pax A

The visuals of this powerful poem are dramatically conveyed!
So many would be:
'Somewhere in a distant jungle
Under the light of god’s eyes'
in such desperate ways!
'Sitting cross-legged
In the corner...' so many doing this meditatively; freedom fighters, political prisoners, Aung San Suu Kyi (who's house arrest is her dungeon), and the elderly Burmese monks in prisons, etc.
Or, even someone with a physical challenge; blessed to be living in a 'free' society freely.
A great poem Jude ... sadly, due to the tragic subject.
Love, Suzie

interesting with the flavor right. thanks for sharing

This is brilliant your collection of
These gathered words are
poetically refined, such vivid
Empathy a great message!
Love And Peace To You Always..Morning Star

important and chilling write

In a culture that is rooted in conformity, a non-conformist who finds his calling in informing others of his enlightened beliefs, is likely to spend his days in a torturous place, if indeed, he is not killed outright as an example. Seriously potent poetry, Jude.
Take care,
Sherry

Yes always under God's eyes and his ultimate perogatives. Deeply moving poem Jude.

A dark picture laced with such vivid empathy for a strong character. A tortuous path some tread for their beliefs and a sad portrayal of what can happen when 'mob rules' . Striking Jude, and a thoroughly enjoyable read. Panda :)

BRILLIANT write and POWERFUL imageries!!!!!!

Sandie Angel :o)

A awesome tribute to our soldiers that have served in Vietnam. The pain and torture that many had should never be forgotten. Excellent pen, Jude.

~hugs~
Karen

True today! The honor of a man who fights for the truth is higher than any and, in my mind and heart, he is a saint. Torture, degradation and pain is here to breakdown the man and love rises above all these.Still, he forgives.
This is an earth shaking reality pen Jude.
Thanks and love,
Susan

A strong image of a broken man,great flow to this,Well done,

Michael

(((Jude))),

Beautifully imaged, powerfully expressed--well done!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Very compelling and visual writing, Jude...brilliant

~Carole

Oh My this is powerful Jude...and the imagery so clear I can smell it!!

Love Tinka

As Linda said "powerful poetry," but you know, Jude, there are
thousands like the one you describe so eloquently...in THIS country...who are trapped in the 'jungle' of their own mind (in one way or another). It is a sad but true commentary on this world's declining condition.

Powerful poetry Jude!

Somewhere in a distant jungle
Under the light of god’s eyes

How sad that anyone would have to go through this. You have captured the desolation with power and intensity.

AWESOME!

Blessings to you,
~Linda

You write well of human darkness and the sad condition of man.

And somewhere in a distant jungle, there are still those that endure such.

Great use of metaphors in this work. Enjoyed this very much.
George

enjoyed the read

A rare and insightful telling of a human existance set against all odds. The reader makes of it a fit into controlling conditions at the moment. Visuals within language, at its best!
- Bill

Great visuals within these lines.

Wonderful description of a time, a place, and a human being suffering atrocities no human being should have to face.

Leaves me thinking of Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge...

You just described Hanoi Hilton in Nam.
Georg

Clear and solid images bring this poem alive. Super work, Jude!

Ted

Continuation of DETRITUS, and you know I LOVE it, Bronx Conan! See what you wrote in DETRITUS,

"All sorts of creatures are crawling through me
Making their home in my framework
Slithering through my cabin"

This SCREAMS Sci-fi screenplay and you know it! It is just too extremely visual to exterminate with D-Con, those little aqua pellets can't kill off a RAT! Breed them suckers into food for thought..."Branded into the vacant video of his mind"...

Sage

this is, to me, quite powerful. You've described the conditions of a person who broke the rules that he knew were wrong and spoke the truth, knowing, I'm sure, that the consequences would be grave.

You have not only created the images but you have brought to the mind the use of all the senses while one digests the agony of a man who lead his people by his heart. In this lifetime we will never fully understand the tragic actions that we become aware of. My stomach is feeling a bit weak right now......but that means you have done fantastic writing!......don't know why but whenever I hear about rats nibbling I feel very ill.

Very nice indeed..Hugsssssssssss

This is a fantastic piece of art. Loved its image of a proud hero.

You do bring forth many emotions from within thought and displays of your work....a very well expressed poem...


nice work.....Art Sun...

All I can think of to say here is: POW'S, YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN! E