Beware the Beast

The mind of man defines his self Thought separates him from the beast. For rationale transcends all else So with reason was man bequeathed? Nature adjusts its balanced scales Predators thrive upon their prey. Quarry decays in mankind’s trail Intellects cloth will sadly fray. Conceit sees but simple creatures Instincts supply for lowly needs. Hunter, hunted, duelling features Equal basics provide life’s creed. Man that looks finds natures evils Perceptions mirror his within. No beast shall cause earths upheavals Just man will oblige earthly sin. Smart man can plan tomorrow’s time Consciousness learns from lessons past. Hear and heed are two peaks to climb Strides from missteps are often last. Meek swallows will defend their nest Grace transforms to obstinacy, But repose rewards a fruitful quest. Vengeance just grasps humanity. It’s man thats fought a thousand wars Pleas to ignorance seldom thrive. Nature’s pursuits have righteous core A match for death means life survives. The mind’s a mask of cunning guise For closed minds, know not how they feast. Heavy footsteps will cause demise, and what sets man apart from beast?