At first,
Sun revolving about earth
was sensible and
seemed right.
It was simple.
Comfortable with that,
we believed
and called it True.
Then along comes
merciless Math.
With earth revolving about sun
not needing Math so complex,
we choose the new simpler.
Now more comfortable with this,
we believe
and call it True.
Survival instinct,
so powerful
it breaks
the bounds of Reason,
proclaims Eternal Life.
More comfortable with this,
most believe
and call it True.
Will we witness
an Afterlife?
If yes, we will find joy in Heaven.
(Hell is for enemies.)
If no afterlife, we will be released.
In either case,
we will not be
disappointed.
© Richard Gilbert 2011
