Why is there war
that uses holy books
as reasons for death?
Voices raise sacred words
as battle cries to arm
the faithful to destroy
those of a different philosophy.
Greed burns green
while planting its feet
in red rivers of death.
Who decides truth or lies?
Propaganda spews from lips
of every color and nation.
Let anger dissipate.
Remove garments
of division and discord.
Be hungry in mind and body
for the end of battles.
Raise a universal white flag
to surrender to accord.
Humanity join hands
and let go of prejudice.
Let all of us go forth
to see the world
made whole again
and carry the light of peace.
©Susie Clevenger 2012
This was written for New World Creative Union's Wednesday Wake-Up Call ~ 5/23/12
For what it's worth ~ Change
Comments
I hate war and, it will only end when mankind learns it's true compassion and humanity for his own once more.
A good read, thanks Susie.
Especially like this line: "Propaganda spews from lips..." The worst part are the people who simply and unconsciously beleve the garbage they are told.
We certainly all need to get aboard the 'Peace' train!
Thanks again for sharing your thoughts!
Roger ☺
"Our Father, who art in Heaven...*sullied* be thy name."
I cannot understand how people can kill in the name of God. War sickens me.
I adore your music choices, Susie! I'm so tickled that you're a fellow Toad!
for the end of battles.
Raise a universal white flag
to surrender to accord."
oh the irony, but I have to say AMEN!
while planting its feet
in red rivers of death."
This I love!! Such power in bringing the colors in...kind of neat that the two together read and green are indicative of Christmas...Christ our only way out of this mess. Thank you for this!
an age-old theme.
let's just keep singin' it.