The Lion's Mane

Tonight I will lay my head
Upon the lion’s mane.

There is safety in peril

Where my breath mingles with that
Of the beast.

Massive paws

Bladed like swords

Will encompass me

Though I will not fear.

The tail of the beast

Slashes like a whip
Cracking the air
Like musketry
But I will sleep in peace.

I trust in the Unseen
Who is stronger than the threat
Of lions
Whose paws soothes my flesh
But rends the adversary.

Tonight I will lay my head

Upon the lion’s mane.