DIDACTIC: "THE HEAVENS SHALL THUNDER" BY MAURICE N CHIADZWA

Before a new season comes up to show

Before fresh life springs from the forest floor

Before it starts, before it begins to grow

The clouds must first become dark and grey

Strings of fire must first create webs and of rays

The marks of fire, its power in the lightning

As though nature is cursing and threatening

The dark clouds must first cover the light

And daytime will darken as the night

And the rays of hope will dim instantly

But hope never dries permanently

Because then, will the rain hit the ground

Then; in the ongoing harsh sound

There; In the heart of a raging storm

There; life walks and roams…

And when the sun comes back in the sky

And nature has given, you will take a sigh

When the storm passes and awes is what remains

The life that comes in moments of much pains…

When you see life sprout from the forest floor

When you see nature begin to grow…

Under the blue sky, when the sun starts to glow.

But first, the Heavens must Thunder!

© Maurice N Chiadzwa

- Zimbabwe 

The Heavens Shall Thunder by Maurice N Chiadzwa is a reflective and inspirational poem about hardship and renewal. The poet uses storms, thunder, and darkness as symbols of life’s struggles that often come before growth and success.

The poem explains that pain and difficulties are temporary, just as storms eventually pass. Although hope may seem dim during difficult times, it never completely disappears. The rain from the storm later brings life and growth.

In the end, the return of sunlight and new life in nature symbolizes healing, victory, and new beginnings. The poem teaches that challenges are often necessary before progress and happiness can be achieved.