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Ezer: A Poem-Prayer-Plea

Ezer: A Poem-Prayer-Plea

Being a "helper" is being like God, not being silent, submissive, and subjugated

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Aug 18, 2023
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My mom, carrying me (and other invisible weights). She always has. An ezer.
My mom, carrying me (and other invisible weights). She always has. An ezer.
Lord over heaven and earth
You described me (woman) as you describe yourself: the One who helps
A suitable helper
Suitable:
Fit for the need
Able and ready to protect

I know that those who want to be like the Most High
Have attempted to strip that word

Help

Demean it, even wit…

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