Humanity Poems
Ubuntu: I Am because We Are
by Aloo Denish Obiero
"I am because we are," a truth profound,
In Ubuntu's philosophy, our humanity's found.
Our shared existence, interconnectedness so strong,
In unity we thrive, together we belong.
To be truly human, the first maxim shows,
Recognize others' worth, let empathy flow.
In others, our mirror, humanity reflected,
Respectful relations bloom, connections perfected.
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Freedom Should Not Be About Race
by Hébert Logerie
All of us should know by now that there’s one race:
The Human Race. Narcissism and nepotism
Are destroying the very febrile fibers of our society
Greed and narrow-mindedness, at an increasing space
Are eroding our soil like mites devouring the mechanism
Of our ingenuity. This is odious. What a sad and sorry pity!
Freedom is about being at liberty to do things on our own
Freedom is about being in control of our destiny
Freedom is about using our God-given talent to be
And to do whatever inspires us at dust, at dawn
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Familial Bond: Unbreakable Threads of Love
by Lukman Nurudeen Adeniyi
Faithful family, a treasure to hold,
They are the anchors in storms,
Guiding us through this life's journey.
Through ups & downs, strong they stand,
Gathered close, their love forever transforms,
Forging bonds, love's flame forever burny.
Gently embracing, hearts united and grand,
Fostering familial link where understanding reforms,
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Nurturing Love Through Life's Challenges
by Lukman Nurudeen Adeniyi
Amidst love's journey, conflicts always arise.
Tackling trials, growth coherently becomes evident.
Within struggles, our radiance shines through.
Through understanding, we live with ease.
We mend; wounds heal, strength apparent.
A journey together, imperfect yet true.
With benevolent words and no malice,
And an act of forgiveness inherent,
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Eternal Connections: Love's Enduring Glow
by Lukman Nurudeen Adeniyi
Relationships matter, any time, any day,
Connections that bind; hearts that entwine,
A lifeline of support, comforting embrace.
Cherish each bond in every way,
All matters, like the stars that shine,
Resilient love, oh, in every space.
Amidst trials, love remains unbreakable, gay,
Robust and strong, that to enshrine,
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Forbidden
by Mahtab Bangalee
To me
Independence, democracy, politics, socio-economics, religion are not forbidden
All countries, different cultures, and constitutions are not forbidden
Skin colors, different languages, varieties of beliefs, and good deeds are not forbidden
I am on this earth not cause of the forbidden fruit
I am of nature, by nature, and for nature
To me, the word ‘Forbidden' is prohibited sternly!
But, yes,
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Prisoners of their own Ignorance
by Kimani Hare
Burn your degrees and certifications.
Disregard human innovation.
Let the philosophers be burned with their works.
Schools to be demolished and learning forbidden.
For these constructs hold no purpose now,
With intellectuals imprisoned by the Court of Public Opinion.
To say Cannabis Sativa is destroying generations,
To ignore the science and call it “contraband”,
While huffing your artificial cherry-flavored exhaust.
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To live, is to sin
by Ravindu Anjana
The azure veil shook, while the heavenly maiden went to sleep,
The waters broke to brooks, as the gloaming stained the lake that's deep.
Her heart was laden with the weight of all the creatures down below,
Her soul stained with every sin of life, yet persists as a good fellow.
Her eyes finally close as the world below plunges into darkness,
In her place her children shine, to bring the light upon the madness.
Once again she wakes, as the birds sing a choir down below,
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Voice of the Mothership
by Em Beedee
I come to you to walk amongst you
But, no, I am not of you
You are human: messy, muddy, egg-born
Entangled with each other
I am:
Child of stars and voice of vacuum
I will bathe in your warm soup
Of shared emotion
But I will not drink
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Against Honor Killing
by Irfan Ali
What kind of honor, what kind of pride,
That steals a life, and lets justice slide,
For love’s sweet crime, blood is spilled,
This cruel game, where mercy is killed.
Old traditions, customs so bleak,
Where women are stories, forbidden to speak,
No right to live, no dreams to bloom,
What kind of society, what kind of doom?
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