In The Presence of God

William Blake - Oberon and Titania on a Lilythe

I was in the presence of God;

I was sent to earth;

My wings were taken;

My body entered matter;

My soul was caught by matter;

The earth sucked me down;

I came to rest.

I am inert;

Longing arises;

I gather my strength;

Will is born;

I receive and meditate;

I adore the Trinity;

I am in the presence of God.

-Rodney Collin

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