THE SWORD AND THE SHIELD
THE SWORD AND THE SHIELD
We are the only species
roaming the earth
with the nasty habit of
creating lies
to shield us from the
unknown
and to justify the violence
by which we live.
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My first response was “beautiful” which it is anything but
It’s focussed truth, the definition of poetry – well done
Steve, your thoughtful reading of the poem has enriched my understanding of it. Thanks.
you know, this is an accurate diagnosis of an element of the human condition, the fact that a human can write this is a good sign
T.D., your eloquent response is an equally good sign. Thanks.