PoetS Lament: A Poem from the Heart of Conflict
The adage “when the guns roar, the muses are silent” is challenged by Amnon Rybak, a poet and businessman who continues to create amidst the turmoil of ongoing conflict. His latest poem, deeply resonant with Israelis, offers a raw and emotional portrayal of the current situation.
rybak’s words paint a stark picture: “Cold in the soul,the heart is frozen. Even the anemones in southern Adom / they changed the color to blue and white… / They have no color and life… / They look like broken petals…” The imagery evokes a land stripped bare, its beauty marred by violence.
The poem continues,describing the chilling reality of conflict: “It’s cold in Gaza,cold in the desert,/ Chill in your body my country… / Hit you low and bitter / And your soul is murder.” The visceral language conveys the profound emotional toll of war.
Yet, amidst the despair, a flicker of hope emerges.Rybak’s inventiveness conjures images of spring: “Suddenly out of nowhere on the rosy horizon… / I think of the golden daffodil, / The king of the bogs spread his scent, / Almost from Gaza to Jericho…” This contrast highlights the enduring power of nature and the persistent yearning for peace.
The poem concludes with a plea for unity and a vision of a future transformed: “Only if you say a prayer / And make sure there is unity between group and group… / between brother and brother right and left / Poor and rich abandoned and folded… / Dark and light and also anemone and savion…” The call for reconciliation resonates deeply, offering a message of hope amidst the harsh realities of conflict.
Rybak’s poem serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring hope for peace. Its evocative imagery and emotional depth make it a compelling read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of conflict and the enduring power of the human spirit.
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Amnon Rybak is a poet and businessman who continues too create poetry amidst the turmoil of ongoing conflict. His latest poem offers a raw and emotional portrayal of the current situation in Israel. [[article]]
