I Compare You Poem by Goodness Tchibueze

I compare you to the diamond eye of the sky
Which leads the weary, blind night without blinking;
As you cast a glowing glance, dreams comply:
Pouring beauty to the minds of men without sparing.

Nightmares do stalk the rosy beds of men,
And comfort oft loses her silky charm;
Your radiant strength casts them into a footless den,
While your fiery maids burn all traces of harm,
Stretching all lips with a warmth, pleasing bliss,
Till the sun slouches towards the abode of day;
As Morn awakens the world with her moist kiss,
All bow in prayer, not ungrateful to pray:
Adoring your unceasing wondrous gesture,
For your constant beauty nurses time and nature.