After Galatians 2:11-14
We come together at the table,
the common table, shared
by all, the table where
diversity becomes unity,
sharing bread and wine
together in oneness.
And yet, even then.
They arrive to join
the meal, and they see
the inherent contradiction,
the uncleanness, of their
unity, because tradition
and old religious laws
refute this sharing,
deny this togetherness,
reject this unity.
Those who know better,
know the old has been
set aside, separate
themselves as of old,
fearful of the condemnation
of men, fearful of losing
their reputation and
position. Even though
they know they are free,
they shackle themselves,
once again.
Photograph by Mona Masoumi via Unsplash. Used with permission.
