Some came seeking truth

Haiku for the wise

Not all of the scribes

were counted as enemies;

some came seeking truth.

One brought a question

to Jesus, not to trick him,

but to understand.

Of all God’s commands,

which is the one that comes first,

which is the greatest?

The shema, he said.

The Lord is one: Love the Lord

with heart, mind and strength.

The second is this:

You are to love your neighbour

as you love yourself.

The scribe was impressed.

These are very good answers,

there is none better.

You show great wisdom,

you are close to God’s kingdom,

responded Jesus.

Close to God’s kingdom,

nearing the destination!

Yes, I would take that!

© Ken Rookes 2018