Mustapha Mohammed Poet Rhyme

The Spirit of Envy

When men are full of envy they disparage everything, whether it be good or bad. (Tacitus), 


Its easy to allow lust for power
To blow forth a wicked heart
Its so easy for an envious soul
To shoot hate's poisonous dart.

For wolves who tread as lambs
Will point your every blunder
Sail not on their empty dreams
For they'll tear you to asunder.

They drink the cup of hatred's wine
A glutton without contentment
For all their lust and life designs
A shroud of discontentment.

They want the fat, that fat has got
That clouds their every movement 
They scorn their lot, that hate forgot
With mourning and resentment.

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Kelly Deschler September 16, 2013 at 5:11 PM So very true! This poem carries a great message within it's lines, that many could learn from. Nicely done!

Duke Beaufort September 7, 2013 at 7:41 AM Thank you for your comment. Envy is a very interesting thing. It is something normal that, however, should not be expressed by those who feel it. It is a sign to them that they have something they need to work on because they are not happy. However, as you point out, the envious sometimes can not contain themselves and act with very poor judgement.

Shadow Hamilton September 5, 2013 at 6:18 PM another jewel from your pen dearest M.M love it Shadow x smile

Just That Archaic Poet September 5, 2013 at 9:26 AM "They drink the cup of hatred's wine"- awesome verse; loved it. Overall, very well-written; dark and moody: just the way I like'em lol. Excellent poem :)

Sara Kendrick September 2, 2013 at 6:45 AM Mustapha, I really enjoyed this one..An insightful understanding of envy...Thanks for the visit to my work..Sara

Donna Jones September 1, 2013 at 9:43 PM Wow! Perfect....a soul searcher...

Honestly J.T. September 1, 2013 at 7:15 PM Wow... these are powerful words. They've spoken to me

Jack Ellison September 1, 2013 at 1:16 PM We should all take heed of your brilliantly written message!

Andrea Dietrich August 31, 2013 at 5:12 PM a true message here. Very nice, MUstapha.

Eileen Manassian August 31, 2013 at 2:01 PM This was just so moving...every line, a lesson....every line a warning...AMAZING, Mustapha...I applaud you!

Cherie Thomas August 31, 2013 at 10:41 AM Omg M this is an awesome write.....Deeply penetrates the mind, wish these traits didnt exist,,, but sadly they do. Excellent write always my friend xoxo cherie

Karen Anglesey August 31, 2013 at 10:17 AM WOW ...this is superb expression as to how destructive envy will eventually destroy the heart... riveting write :)

Poet Destroyer A August 31, 2013 at 10:04 AM and temptation takes its course, envy being as persuading as ever a very cool write, enjoyed this one ~always, Linda

Stephan McBride August 31, 2013 at 8:02 AM amen , they look like a promising cloud in a desert but leaves one empty

Richard Lamoureux August 31, 2013 at 6:28 AM This spirit resides within all of us, but through the mercy of God we keep it at bay. A fine piece worth of consideration. Richard Lamoureux August 31, 2013 at 9:44 PM My pleasure Mustapha, soup mail me some time and tell me about yourself. Mustapha Mohammed August 31, 2013 at 4:23 PM Its in all of us but some of us are able to keep that destructive trait at bay rather than acting wickedly to achieve the vices of envy that is deeply rooted in our hearts. Thanks for your potent comment Richard. Its always nice to hear from you.

Liam Mcdaid August 31, 2013 at 3:42 AM I GIVE YOU ENVY EXCELLENT PIECE ONE OF THE SEVEN DEADLY YOU DUG DEEP OLD PAL Mustapha Mohammed August 31, 2013 at 4:06 AM Have you posted anything new? Will check out your work anyhow old pal. Have a great weekend. Mustapha Mohammed August 31, 2013 at 4:04 AM Thank you Liam. I'm glad you liked this one.