The Poetics prompt over at dVerse Poets Pub today is to write about a city or cities. I tried to think of something to write about my own city or about trips I’ve made to other big cities, like New York or San Francisco. But my mind wouldn’t stay there. I kept coming back to Jerusalem—a city I’ve never been to but would love to visit some day. A friend was recently there and her pictures on Facebook made me want to go all the more.
Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Jerusalem
City where my Savior died
I pray you find His peace
Jerusalem, Jerusalem
Ancient city from of old
I pray God’s blessing on you
Jerusalem, Jerusalem
A city exiled to Babylon
I pray your safe return
Jerusalem, Jerusalem
The city with many enemies
I pray protection for your people
Jerusalem, Jerusalem
A new city you’ll one day be
I pray the Lord’s return