I see what you mean about the way this poetic form pulls the reader forward. A perfect choice for the subject matter, by the way. But, I disagree that the poem feels unfinished. The thought is complete; the underlying promise is what seems to press on past the final line.
Thank you for the feedback! I noticed a difference in how the rhyme worked when I remove line spaces between stanzas. It flowed better and I started to like the rhyme scheme more. I might just have to attempt some narrative (epic) poetry at some point using this pattern.
I see what you mean about the way this poetic form pulls the reader forward. A perfect choice for the subject matter, by the way. But, I disagree that the poem feels unfinished. The thought is complete; the underlying promise is what seems to press on past the final line.
Thank you for the feedback! I noticed a difference in how the rhyme worked when I remove line spaces between stanzas. It flowed better and I started to like the rhyme scheme more. I might just have to attempt some narrative (epic) poetry at some point using this pattern.
Christ is risen! Love the echoes of St John’s Paschal homily!
Indeed He is Risen! St. John's Paschal homily was definitely on my mind as I worked on parts of this poem during Bright week.