Renunciation Beckons
Renunciation
beckons the
inward turning
of my soul.
Gathering
time and attention
scattered and
stolen by men.
That both
may once more
be turned
godward.
I have labored
too long
in the kingdom
of men.
Served
in too many
futile
crusades.
I want
no glory
they may
bestow.
No wealth
nor power
that I may
claim.
I seek only
union with god
and the kingdom
within.