Monthly Archives: January 2011

Nietzsche had it right when he declared god is dead…

Posted on January 3, 2011 by bill gannett

Nietzsche had it right when he declared god is dead: The Christian legacy had long since been put to bed. The fervor of Patrick paddling the Ocean for Christ, Has now become a mega church prosperity heist! Not even Francesco … Continue reading →

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The Magian Elder has long black curly hair

Posted on January 2, 2011 by bill gannett

The Magian Elder has long black curly hair; His forehead shines with a light that removes all despair. Zoroaster was the first Avatar since the “big freeze,” even if to modern learning this is one big huge tease. It was … Continue reading →

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ghazal #314 divan-e-hafez, khanlari

Posted on January 2, 2011 by bill gannett

however old, heart worn and feeble i’ve become, whenever i think of you, i again become young! thank god that whatever i have asked of him, i have always been fortunate in kindness received. o young rose bush, enjoy your … Continue reading →

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ghazal #249 divan-e-hafez, khanlari

Posted on January 1, 2011 by bill gannett

The patient bolbol sang again from the young cypress branch: May the evil eye remain far from the rose’s face! Give thanks, O rose, that you are the emperor of grace; Don’t disappoint and deceive the heart-lost and crazed singer! … Continue reading →

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