It Was the Road to Jericho

A lyrical Christian meditation unfolds along the perilous road to Jericho, where travelers face violence, suffering, and the indifference of those who pass by. At its heart is the familiar figure of the Good Samaritan, whose compassion becomes a lasting image of mercy: tending the wounded, carrying him to safety, and giving freely without counting the cost.

The poem then widens its vision to a troubled world, burdened by greed, war, hunger, and the suffering of mothers and children. In response, it calls on ordinary people to carry Christ’s pity in their hearts and become healers on the long journey toward peace. With its rhymed verses, biblical imagery, and earnest appeal to selfless love, this short work offers a reflective listening experience centered on compassion, sacrifice, and hope.