Unbelievers

In cathedrals

the faithful listen

as robed prophets

expound and gesticulate

imparting exclusive knowledge.

In cathedrals

the faithful kneel

in penitence preparing for

The Big Requests:

forgiveness, acceptance

approval, inclusion.

In cathedrals

the faithful pray

for that which

they are forever told

can never be attained.

In cathedrals

the faithful believe

for a handful of moments

they worthy, favored.

In cathedrals

the faithful seek

constantly

what unbelievers

already know.