Reflecting on Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10
Haiku of the return
When separated
through exile, ancient teachings
were lost, forgotten.
The returned people
gathered in the square: Bring
us the law, they said.
Priest Ezra unrolled
the book of the law, and read.
The people listened.
They stood up to hear,
men, women, older children;
eager to receive.
Ezra read the law,
explaining, interpreting;
people understood.
They lifted their hands,
bowed their heads, and worshipped God.
Amen! they answered.
The leaders declared
a holiday: Eat, drink, share;
the Lord is your strength!
© Ken Rookes 2025
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