Society's Lure: An Illusionary Detour
"If possessions make you prideful, material wealth your guide
You've strayed far from what matters, lost wisdom cast aside
This avarice hollows your heart out, all humanity denied
Blinds you to our shared essence, connection can't abide
Gold's glare eclipses the light within, compassion can't reside
In hoarding things you think yourself better, elevated, wise
Yet real richness dwells not in objects, no matter the size
True wealth's found in how we uplift, lend hands, sympathize
Abundance isn't in money, but rather the love that ties
Us together, despite our differences, seeing past the lies
That try to divide, superiority they criticize
When we help, listen, understand, it's then that we rise
Above selfish desires, pettiness, realize
We're all walking this path together, under the same skies
Interconnected, citizens of one world, wealth in that lies
If you think material possessions make you superior
You've been fooled by society's standards, an illusory lure
That traps many in endless wanting, thirst they can't quench or cure
Avarice is a prison, from your humanity a detour
Free yourself from misconceptions, life's meaning explore
True riches dwell within us all, there is so much more
Than what money can provide, don't get lost keeping score
Of who has the most baubles, obsessively stacking more
Look inside, cultivate virtues, compassion's endless store
Help others, spread kindness, let your humanity soar
If you believe wealth defines your value, status earned
Consider how little possessions truly matter in the end
They cannot purchase fulfillment or true love, my friend
Not luxuries but living rightly brings joy that won't bend
Keep perspective, life's deepest meaning on this apprehend
Do not seek solace in things, a path that cannot mend
The emptiness inside, with spirit it cannot blend
Strive to see all humankind as sisters, brothers, friends
United in this journey, both common foe and ally lend
Stand together, differences strengthen, hate and greed transcend
Material comforts may delight but cannot truly satisfy
They cannot sate the soul's deep thirst or hearing its cry
That yearns for purpose, meaning, belonging under sky
Not trinkets, money, but love and service evoke the sigh
Of joy, contentment, when we lift others up, spirits fly
If you think wealth defines you, makes you superior, blessed
Consider how all are equal, nobility can't be possessed
Not products but principles distinguish life well addressed
With compassion, virtue shining as humanity's best
Reject false idols, within find your value manifest"
The poem is part of a full version found in the book “Homo Sapiens” Part Part I - XVIII, written by Mawphniang Napoleon. This book is part of the popular “Homo Sapiens” book series, which can be purchased online at various online bookstores, such as Amazon. The book is available for purchase for those who are interested in reading the complete version of the poem. Remember to get all the books from the “Homo Sapiens” series, as well as other books by the same author. So, don’t hesitate and get a copy today from one of the many online bookstores. Khublei Shihajar Nguh, (Dhanewad )(Thank you )
About this poem
This poem eloquently challenges the notion that material possessions define our worth, emphasizing the true richness found in compassion, shared humanity, and virtuous living. It encourages a shift in perspective from external wealth to internal virtues, advocating for a deeper connection among individuals in our shared journey.
Written on May 21, 2020
Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on November 13, 2023
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