Igniter of Stars!
lies naked, bawling on rough straw
God in the manger.
Scandal of Ages!
The King of Infinity
in this time, this place!
“What?” “Why?” Resounding cry
across the galaxies—wings
and heads bow in awe.
Joy! This Special birth!
And more! Beyond all reason
The Giver is given!
Quiet night explodes!
Angelsong, ten billion strong—
Glory to the King!
Pungent barnyard smells
mix with the aroma of
His wonder, His love.
In orbits ordained
before Time, planets align—
form the Star, the Sign!
She names Him “Jesus.”
Yet more strangers will arrive—
they will name Him “King.”
© jon zuck | chesapeake, virginia | december 25, 1995