Fear

Though fear is an instinctive characteristic It is implanted by some suckers, on the society Giving birth to an intimidating practice; hoary That has gripped the humanity since genesis. Exploitation is the dearest offspring of fear That has enslaved humankind down the ages Unleashing a reign of trepidation repeatedly Has no parallel in the record of civilization. Fear has equipped its armoury with progeny In the form of weapons; perilous and chilling Foremost among them being the fear of god With heaven, hell and Satan who join the list. It has ever hushed the voice of the miserable Subjugating them to harrowing sufferings Meting out treatment inhuman nonchalantly With no trace of remorse, even, occasionally. Religion and its bye-product; superstition Have ruled the roost since time prehistoric With ignorance of masses to their support Steal from mankind peace and progression.