Redeemer Agonistes
They whipped
then riddled
every limb
skewered brutally
through swords
mocking
crowned you
under thorns.
All sufferance
your agony.
Deliverance
our ecstasy.
Redeemer Agonistes © Copyright 2021, Robert J. Tiess.
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Poem inspired by the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and all compassionate heroes who have suffered on behalf of others in hopes those who are oppressed may be delivered from darkness, deception, and injustice.
Submitted: September 22, 2020