With all of my focus on Shomayim,
daily, I will dwell in eternal joy.
No time on earth to make a fuss
about the trivial nonsense of the world,
nor ignore the inevitable,
unfolding of prophecy.
Yet, to stand up for the truth,
is a poet’s toil and obligation,
if one dares to become
a voice for the voiceless
a heart for the heartless,
and a light for souls
living in darkness.
At the edge of the sea
a lighthouse sends out its message,
warning nearby ships of the dangerous rocks.
A canary in the coal mine serves
as an indicator of impending doom.
So, too, words that seek to transcend
the crises of an ever-expansive
universe set in motion long ago,
will guide the weary traveler,
under the stars, home.
Breathing Inspiration 
Yes stand up for the truth..Well written👍🏻
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If one dares indeed, and I note the spiritual references throughout, that those who dare are not alone or purposeless, that there is an eternal joy beyond the imprisoned voice. Thank you for taking part in the prompt.
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For me your poem begins with the lines:
‘To stand up for the truth,
is a poet’s toil and obligation’
and I love the way you compare the poet to a lighthouse sending out its message and a canary in canary in the coal mine.
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This is a strong and beautiful message. I love this part too:
Yet, to stand up for the truth,
is a poet’s toil and obligation,
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Flawless.❤️
“A canary in the coal mine serves
as an indicator of impending doom.”
and
“words that seek to transcend
the crises of an ever-expansive
universe…
will guide the weary traveler,
under the stars, home.”
Beautiful.
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