Greed and Hunger

There is enough for every mans need...but not enough for every mans greed!

Greed and Hunger

When we consume beyond our thirst,

Greed's shadow looms, a hunger cursed.

 Excesses blind, our souls confined,

To what is hoarded, undefined.

Yet, in the shadows of desire,

The less is deemed the fuel for fire.

 In poverty, the soul does ache,

For dreams deferred, for choices' sake.

A few clasp riches to their breast,

While multitudes must strive for rest.

The haves, the have-nots' burden bear,

Injustice stark, a world unfair.

But in this world of scarcity,

A truth emerges, wise decree.

To fill our hearts, not just our plates,

 In sharing joy, compassion waits.

A bottle filled beyond its brink,

Wastes life's elixir in a blink.

Embrace restraint, the wisdom's key,

In half-filled bellies, spirits free.

Let empathy guide every deed,

 To lift the wretched, plant love's seed.

In hunger's face, let kindness reign,

And nurture dreams that know no chain.

A good life thrives in heart's content,

 Where empathy and love are lent.

So share the feast, extend the hand,

United, we shall firmly stand.

For in the rhythm of our hearts,

 A symphony of grace imparts.

The dance of giving, love's encore,

A world transformed, forevermore.

 

John Devaraj, 21 July 2023