The Awful Rowing Toward God

“The Awful Rowing Toward God” by Randall Wang is a poetic and philosophical exploration of spiritual longing and the human quest for divine connection. It uses the metaphor of rowing a boat, depicting life's persistent effort to reach spiritual truth or enlightenment. The poem acknowledges the difficulty, struggle, and sometimes heartbreak involved in this journey, emphasizing that the pursuit of faith and understanding is a demanding but meaningful endeavor. Ultimately, it reflects on the importance of perseverance and sincerity in seeking a deeper relationship with the divine, suggesting that the struggle itself is integral to spiritual growth.