Samaritan

You accepted his offer to quench your thirst forever
Standing beside that well, all your secrets exposed
Knowing that you could trust him
Feeling assured that you were safe
What innocent faith

You were the only one who ran back to thank him
For overlooking your differences, for healing your disease
Prostrating yourself humbly at his feet
Praising loudly his unconditional love
What unbridled gratefulness

You reached out to help him without a second thought
Bandaging a stranger’s wounds, leading him to safety
Not questioning whether you should do it
Not expecting anything in return
What uninhibited grace

(An ode by Squeaks)