The Moving of Time

There is a flowing, the flowing of a river

Moving down its banks, gathering strength

Taking all in its wake without a quiver

Sending it along its full length–

There is a moving, the moving of time

Pushing towards an end, isn’t it a mystery?

Many clocks strike count, join in the chime

I wonder, is there direction to history?—

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Oh the flowing, the flowing of the river

Moving ever towards the sea

Oh the moving, the moving of time

Flowing ever despite my plea—

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Where is the end to man’s quest?

So many voices from sage and fool

Be it at angel or demon’s behest

We live our lives and join the duel–

Many are the prophets who claim to tell

Signs that lead to heaven or hell

Only One has built an ark to stay

The Carpenter who said, “I AM the way”—

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Oh the flowing, the flowing of the river

Moving ever towards the sea

Oh the moving, the moving of time

Flowing ever eternally-

Jake