In Abraham’s Tent - Bruce Silverman

[Larry Robinson]

In Abraham’s Tent

There once was room for all to
recline on pillows, partake of
olives and warm bread with
sesame and honey, and share
the stories that bound each 
family and tribe to the other. 

Look at the news now and 
you’ll see Quassam and M75
rockets. You’ll see the rubble
and terror of airstrikes after 
the unspeakable acts that 
proceeded them. The tanks
and ground forces stand ready.
The political entities and the 
various factions on each side
assume their usual stances. 

Abraham’s tent is on fire. 
Let this moment be a start.
>From that very place inside 
our shattered hearts, we  
can recall the the time 
when Abraham and Sarah
welcomed three strangers
into their tent, washed 
their feet, and provided
them with food and shelter. 

Perhaps the peace begins
by remembering how the 
story began. 

	- Bruce Silverman