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THE CRIMSON MOON

January 8, 2026
By MAANVEER BRONZE, Mysore, Other
MAANVEER BRONZE, Mysore, Other
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I had a dream where I saw a great, red moon.

The moon spoke to me, saying: "Do my work, and I shall grant you a boon."

I asked what the task and the reward would be.

The bright, red moon replied: "You must make everyone on earth worship me."

"But what is there left to rule?" I asked the moon.

"The land is limited, and every life must eventually reach its summit."

If I were given a single chance, I would choose salvation instead; that would be as good as any boon.

That choice would make me more profound than any king who seeks to rule.

It would turn me into a star, allowing me to shine throughout the sky, the galaxy, and the entire universe.


The author's comments:

This poem uses a dreamlike encounter with a crimson moon to explore the idea of power versus salvation, and the choice between ruling others or seeking a higher purpose.


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