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God’s Jewels

Some ancient astronomers looked at the heavens
And saw mystical creatures.
I look at the heavens and see God’s handiwork.
Stars sparkling against the black velvet of the sky
Like laughter sparkling in the eyes of a child.
Strewn beyond human vision,
Galaxies woven of starlight and miracle fill my heart.
When I see the stars shining there in silent majesty
Against the vastness of space,
I realize how very small I am in the scheme of things.
And yet, He loves me!
His love for me outshines the brightest of stars.
I am a part of His creation, a star in His firmament,
One of the jewels in His beautiful treasury,
A child of the King!

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The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:

The poem effectively uses the vastness of the cosmos as a metaphor for divine love. The choice of words conveys a sense of awe and humility, which is a common theme in religious and spiritual poetry. The comparison of stars to jewels and laughter in a child's eyes adds a personal touch to the celestial imagery.

However, the poem could benefit from more varied sentence structure and rhythm to maintain reader interest. The repeated use of the phrase "I see" and "I am" can make the poem feel monotonous. Experimenting with different ways to express these sentiments could enhance the poem's overall impact.

The line "Stars sparkling against the black velvet of the sky" is a vivid image, but it is a commonly used description. Consider finding a unique way to describe this scene to make the poem more memorable.

The poem's message is clear and the theme is well developed. However, the line "And yet, He loves me!" seems to abruptly introduce the theme of divine love. It might be beneficial to weave this theme more subtly throughout the poem.

Finally, the poem could benefit from a more nuanced exploration of its central theme. The reader is told that the speaker feels small and loved, but not much else about their relationship to the divine. Providing more insight into this relationship could add depth to the poem.

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thank you for the mood, solotude and tranquil beauty of your experiance. Living in the crowded, spinnig city, your poem feels like a soft caress.

T

The most powerful reaction
of mind on mind
is transference of sight

I’ve lived in both the city and the country, and yet I look at photos of the stars from wild places and feel as though I’ve seen nothing. I’m glad my rural perspective gave you a good feeling.

Thank you,
Mary Beth

Because your words have touched my heart,
I stopped to share a little part.
Be nice, supportive, kind to all
As we walk through this Poetry Hall.

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