Whereas a seventeen-year-old sums up Truth. Thank you, Anthony Skikos!

In light of our ongoing discussion about Truth, I was blown away to read this poem, written just days ago by my son Paul's lifelong friend, Anthony Skikos. This poem on Truth ("Veritas") was written in one night, before a school competition. Yes, he quickly whipped up this glorious verse, which speaks of a Truth outside of ourselves, to be sought and found and received, like a lover. Gives me hope for our future and joy for the Church who can raise up such incredible young souls. Enjoy!

Lux Aeterna

by Anthony Skikos, age 17

I stand and stare out o'er the sea

And wonder how I might find thee

Thou lie outside the darkest cave

And free man from his living grave

Thou dost stand steadfast, glist'ning star

Though shadows flicker, near and far

Eternal lasts thy fiery light

Though thou art hidden in the night

And though thy light, oft hard to bear,

May not seem pleasing, soft, or fair

'Tis greater, far, to know thy face

Than live with darkness in thy place

And so, O Goddess, beautiful

Do seek thee I with all my soul

And know now as I stare across

'Tis thee I love O Veritas