Bokhabinyana Radiance Lovelight

SPIRIT WORDZ

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

This collection of poetry is the legacy of Bokhabinyana Radiance LoveLight, who tragically died at just 30 years young, on her 8th anniversary, at 8 months pregnant, after an arson attack on her home by a neighbour with mental health issues. This tragedy confirmed the prophetic ability of South African born "Khabi" as one of her poems, "Rising Phoenix," poignantly reads, "Rescued by integrity, Emerging from deep within the refining fire, I rise from the ashes - lifted on the wings of Pure Being," and, "Radiant like the Beaming SunRise I rise to greet the dawning of Infinite Love & Infinite Light - The Beauty of Eternal Day." It appears Khabi knew her destiny, hence the very title she gave her poetry - "SPIRIT WORDZ." These are the final versions of the poetry Khabi had been writing all her life. Two poems remain uncompleted, as she was still writing right up until the fire, but they are included here to ensure her sentiments are conveyed as fully as possible. The poems are presented in the fonts Khabi chose, which reflect many of their themes. All the photos were either taken or edited by Khabi, most of which had been specifically chosen by Khabi and she had often talked to her husband, "Judah JAH Love," about making a book of her poetry, so he has lovingly and faithfully fulfilled that vision, providing an introduction, translations and pronunciations of African words and some brief commentary on the poetry. Growing up in South Africa during the Apartheid regime, life was full of fear and tension and Khabi found herself experiencing negativity all around her. "SPIRIT WORDZ" represents Khabi's journey through such harsh times and describes her personal awakenings as she explains how she managed to "Forget The Shadows" and realize her true identity and the strength to overcome, grow, forgive and evolve. The aim of her poetry was to help others overcome their own traumas, remind other Africans of the glory of their heritage and culture and to remind humanity as a whole of its true, eternal, Divine Identity and Destiny. The poems cover topics like technology and its limitations, self-empowerment, religion, unity, arguments, inner communication, the freedom found in dance and self expression, relationships, forgiveness and celebrating being a mother-to-be. She urges the reader to find the courage and self-belief to be all they were born to be, when she says in "Born To Shine", "Yes your life is divine, Now is always the right time, To follow your pathline, Don't undermine your unique design, There is solid proof, In validating your innermost truth, The more you give the better you live, Your radiant light Is invaluable in the most high's sight, The book of life is written in your soul, Invest time in manifesting your sacred role, There is no measure to your innate treasure, Why compete when you are complete?" This book of poetry, along with its beautiful photos will convey to the reader, not only Khabi's message, but also her delightful spirit. "These poems are the legacy of a true angel. They're priceless pearls of wisdom, many of which are nothing short of masterpieces, conveying universe-sized revelations, prophecies and guidance, all expressed in a most pure and innocent way." - Khabi's husband, Judah JAH Love.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: *LOVELIGHT*
• Seitenzahl: 74
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. März 2018
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 210mm x 148mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 109g
• ISBN-13: 9781999701895
• ISBN-10: 1999701895
• Artikelnr.: 53672970

Autorenporträt

Born in Randfontein, South Africa, December 30, 1985, Bokhabinyana, "Khabi," found herself growing up in a world of Apartheid, fear, tension, anxiety, violence and Church. Life for black people was - and still is - a constant struggle and it put people under a vast amount of pressures and as she grew older, she soon became aware that all was not right with her life. Khabi and her brothers and sisters were brought up by their Aunty Susan in Meadowlands, Soweto, in their Mother's attempt to give them the opportunity grow up in a safer environment and get a better education. However, things weren't much better there and Susan's sister, Sakie, got shot in the back of the head - by the police - as she had not quite made it into her home before curfew. Khabi's world was full of injustices and pain, which left an indelible mark on her psyche...the mental-spiritual survival, understanding and forgiveness of which is honestly and heart-rendingly shared in her work. Khabi first read her poetry live in the UK, at WOA! Art Gallery in Southend on sea, Essex. "Poetry has always been my form of personal therapy so when I wrote "The love I longed to know" it was my way of airing out the toxic emotional baggage I had carried with me throughout childhood into adulthood. The fermented feelings were automatically bubbling over and leaking into every aspect of my life so I came to a point where I could no longer block it out or make it an excuse. The moment I took responsibility and addressed the fear & sadness that was hiding within the anger I felt and expressed, was the moment I found strength, healing, understanding and forgiveness within myself. As a result I was able to gradually let go of the pain...My hope is that this expression of me inspires you to face the issues within you that have kept you from finding healing, forgiveness, understanding and closure." - Bokhabinyana. Aged just 30 years young, Khabi tragically died on her 8th Anniversary, at 8 months pregnant, after a neighbour with severe mental-health issues set fire to their flat, while her husband, "Judah" was out promoting his own book. "SPIRIT WORDZ" is the compilation of poetry, with accompanying photographs and notes, that Bokhabinyana had selected to be made into a book - and was still working on - just days before the fire. As one reads her poetry, it becomes quite apparent that Khabi had a very deep understanding of life and the universe and that she even had some prophetic skills, writing about her spirit rising out of the "burning flames of illusion" in her poem, "Rising Phoenix." Also the fact that English was not her 1st language, but rather her 5th, speaking Tswana, Zulu, Sotho and Xhosa before learning English and some Afrikaans, makes her expression in English all the more impressive. "These poems are the legacy of a true angel. They're priceless pearls of wisdom, many of which are nothing short of masterpieces, conveying universe-sized revelations, prophecies and guidance, all expressed in a most pure and innocent way. A beautiful, enlightening mix of almost deifying affirmations, heart-breakingly honest accounts and jaw-dropping insight, discussing forgiveness, life, love, unity, the system, technology, eternity, God, freedom, culture and self. Let khabi's sweet voice be heard, for I really cannot over-emphasize the importance and poignancy of these true "Spirit Wordz" of eternal lovelight!!!" - Judah. Judah is proud and delighted to have sold nearly all of the 75 copies of his late-wife's work, that he designed, edited and self-published, while also getting copies stocked in Waterstones Bookshop.