In Bethel he had seen the gate of heaven,
and by the sight had truly been beguiled:
the patriarch returned there with eleven
young sons, plus Rachel, who was big with child.
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This is remarkable, gershon - I am going to print it out and read it properly, in a chair.
This is superb, Gershon. It is much longer than many of your poems that I've read, but it is a wonderful retelling of Scripture. As always, well-crafted. A solid 10 from me. I am in awe of this poem. Hugh
This poem recalls for me the many years of study, going back to childhood, of the Scriptures. How I love the Old Testament/Torah with these heroes, at once larger than life yet so very human. A beautiful historical rendering with interesting additional information. Thank you, Gershon.