Victor Atang Poet Verse

Ecomium

ENCOMIUM      
Out of mouths of men comes stream
of impunity
Its devastating inhumane effect lasting
beyond eternity
Ripping apart the wellspring of joy
to humanity
Profound animosity hiding behind
expressed equanimity 
Creating an image of a society devoid
of solidarity

Heads devoid of integrity and empathy
have arrived apex leadership
Between the ruler and the ruled,
is there any relationship?
Unhealthy state of intellectual curiosity 
has brought untold poverty
Incessant making of policy without 
scrutiny
O! when shall I overcome this
unprecedented hardship? 

I long for change
Inevitability of change has brought terror
My body,My Soul and My Spirit has been challenge
Closing my eyes,I see,I smell, I feel horror 
Unbreakable chains, Irresistible bondage

I run to the youths
Their ways are inexplicably vicious
I run to the naive kids,the future youths
Knowingly,am bitten,now am undoubtedly venomous
This is nothing but the naked truth

O Fate
Thou has seriously dealt with me
Leaving me in shambles, I thank thee
I see my future now
As I look on the bright side to the I bow

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Beata Agustin November 15, 2024 at 7:31 PM Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.

Skat A April 29, 2016 at 11:03 AM Victor, Welcome to Poetry Soup. It will be a delight to read and become familiar with your poems in the future. As for now, I will greet you with the same smile others passed when I first joined the soup. Wishing you and your poetry the best. I hope you get to meet all the nice poets around here STARTING with me- SKAT :-) Please drop a hello and tell me a little about yourself if you wish. I would like to be your newest poetry soup "FRIEND" Hugs* SKAT Victor Atang May 1, 2016 at 5:35 PM thnks Skat..i appreciate Victor Atang May 1, 2016 at 5:35 PM thnks Skat..i appreciate

Ad. Andrew Joseph April 29, 2016 at 7:39 AM Victor this is a scintilating piece of work..... You held me spell bound by your diction.... i enjoyed reading it..... you are welcome to poetry soup family. I'm sure you will find this family vivacious and ingenious. I look forward to reading more poems from you.... Victor Atang April 29, 2016 at 8:41 AM Ad. Andrew..am grateful . its good to know that poetrysoup is a family

Jill Spagnola April 29, 2016 at 6:44 AM Victor you've composed a sweet ~7 of a piece. You had my heart falling and crying with your penned emotion...till your last verse of hope not lost..This moved me deeply, thank you for sharing these feelings your truth brings :)...peace, light, and love, jill Victor Atang April 29, 2016 at 8:43 AM Jill...thumbs up...i appreciate...

Poet Destroyer A April 29, 2016 at 6:39 AM Victor, Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly, poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@ Victor Atang May 2, 2016 at 7:23 AM Waow!..warmest welcome note...thanks Linda