Troubled Heart

Sankara Berhane Sellassie’s “Troubled Heart” is a poetic symphony that resonates with the human soul. The evocative language, diverse themes, and thought-provoking titles make this anthology a captivating read, inviting readers to reflect on life, love, faith, and the enigmatic beauty that surrounds us. It’s a heartfelt journey through the intricacies of the heart and mind, leaving an indelible mark on the reader’s soul.This poetic anthology will enrich your mind, touch your soul and awaken your spirit
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Troubled Heart Poetry

My heart is troubled
My heart is no longer at ease
Something is eating it deep within
My heart stays without peace
For peace continues to elude it
Peace I give unto you said Jesus
Not as the world gives you,
But peace be unto you
For in the world you will have trouble
Lord is this the trouble you talked about?
Lord is this the thorn Paul talked about?
Lord, grant me peace, I pray
But how else will I learn peace?
Unless you bring trouble my way
For I am unable to learn peace within,
If there was no trouble,
Lord, what shall I ask for?
That you take the trouble in my heart away,
And that when it’s gone it’s replaced with peace?
Lord, if this is the thorn I have to endure
Grant me grace that I may learn to be compassionate.

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About Sankara

Sankara Berhane Sellassie was born Robert Moses Magotsi in Kitale but was raised in the rocky Bunyore Hills, Western Kenya. He went to Ebusiralo Primary school, in Vihiga County before proceeding to Maseno National School. This was the only school in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres as the equator straddles across it. He was first gifted with reading books when he was in grade four by a cousin, who was a trainee teacher at Shanzu Teachers College. He found the world of colour and words in books so fascinating that he has become an avid eclectic reader. He read all materials from Philosophy, History, Poetry Fiction, and Autobiographies. He does not own a television!

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He is an Engineer-Entrepreneur and holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Management and Finance from the Universities of Nairobi, Cape Town and London. He currently calls Cape Town, South Africa home. He hopes to break free from spatial limitations, traveling the world to share his philosophy and worldview with humanity. This is his first poetic anthology, a collection spanning thirty years since he began writing as a reflective and therapeutic exercise in university. A lifelong learner, always questioning and reflecting on life, he believes in the power of the written word to transform destinies if fuelled by a passion for. His poetry, born from years of introspection and observation, aims to inspire others to explore their own thoughts and feelings