Why Does Hatred Exist

Why does hatred exist I don't believe I have ever hated I have surely disliked but hatred is an extreme It is certainly not something to be proud of It is something to avoid Nothing should ever be a reason to hate Most wars are caused by evil men Wanting not only their fair share But that of their neighbours And their neighbour's neighbours It's never ever enough Where does it end Greed is a major factor Control is another The craving to be king of the mountain To rule, to enslave To conquer at all cost The lives of many are no obstacle An entire nation, a whole race of people It matters not... power corrupts Absolute power corrupts absolutely None of us living today Will we see a world where total peace exists But this fact shouldn't deter us To throw up our hands And say “It's impossible” Nothing in this world is impossible If the will to succeed is present I have always had faith That man will always do the right thing I still have that faith!
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Wolf Avatar
September 29, 2022 at 9:56 PM
Can't resist, so here goes: 'I had no time to hate / Because the grave would hinder me / And Life was not so ample / I could finish Enmity / Nor had I time to love / But since some industry must be / The little toil of love / I thought was large enough for me.' ~ Emily Dickinson
Ellison Avatar
September 30, 2022 at 6:03 AM
Not familiar with Emily Dickinson's writings! However "No time to hate"... very impactful!
Volumes Avatar
September 28, 2022 at 9:42 AM
I sure hope you are right Jack, and one day eternal everlasting peace will reign on our earth. Your poem gives hope of that happening, and your message is well composed. I worry that it wont happen until there is just one man and one woman left and the chance to start it all again.
Ellison Avatar
September 28, 2022 at 10:21 AM
Could I be that man... forget it! My stuff doesn't work anymore! LOL
Tor Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 12:09 PM
Jack love this inspirational piece by you. There are evil men in this world that are hell bent on harming us but there is a hope for all us to have and that is Our Lord Jesus. He will come soon and that place of peace and goodwill to all men will be real sadly it will in Heaven. I want you to join me and accept the Lord into your Santa Clause Heart and meet me there someday. Jack heaven is real and it is yours for the choosing. Make the right choice and you and I can be neighbors up there...
Ellison Avatar
September 24, 2022 at 7:30 AM
You continue to impress me with your undying convictions Michael! You are a very good man and one we should all look up to for your faith and convictions! Cheers, Happy Jack!!!
Tor Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 12:11 PM
but if your still sleep walking outside like on earth you have to have some garments on the Angels would frown on you not having lol. God bless you Jack and give it a thought. If I didn't care about your sould I wouldn't have mentioned this.
De Beaulieu Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 10:49 AM
Hello Happy Jack, i agree with you. I believe that the world should be peaceful -not in pieces. Hate is a very strong word. It shoulde not be this way , yet it is. Perhaps it will change and people will learn h one another. it would be nice to see this happen. Love, Darlene.xxxx-oooo.
De Beaulieu Avatar
September 27, 2022 at 11:19 AM
Hello Happy Jack, yes we can only hope. Love, Darlene. xxxx-oooo.
Ellison Avatar
September 24, 2022 at 7:20 AM
We can always hope my dear Darlene! Love, Happy Hack XOXOX
Cunningham Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 10:18 AM
https://www.poetrysoup.com/poem/old_nonsense_-_jack_ellison_1489892#gt
Ellison Avatar
September 24, 2022 at 7:11 AM
Wow an outstanding reaction to my volume and many years baring my soul my dear friend Tom... I send my greatest appreciation for your kind gesture!
Cunningham Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 10:19 AM
Check this out Jack
Cunningham Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 9:58 AM
Well said Jack, hatred and greed are mankinds biggest downfall and the worrying thing is he never learns from his mistakes. Tom
Ellison Avatar
September 24, 2022 at 7:18 AM
Bang on Sir Tom but will it ever change... I'm not optimistic! Cheers to you my very kind friend!
Hankins Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 8:14 AM
Me, too, Jack. I certainly do share your feelings on this subject. This piece is a wonderful read and should be read by everyone. Have a marvelous day, my friend.
Ellison Avatar
September 24, 2022 at 7:15 AM
You are too too kind my dear friend Milton as are all my friends on Poetry Soup! Thank you all!!!!!!!
Elless Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 6:51 AM
Jack, mostly people with BIG egos and small mind's. Happy Birth Day. Keep Rolling. Howard.
Ellison Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 7:03 AM
Great comment Howard! "big egos small minds" love it... (love it) Have a great day my friend!
Kyser Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 5:02 AM
Psalm 14 paints a bleak picture of the condition of man, but I do think it is a proper framing of your question: hatred for our fellow man stems from our hatred of God. Ephesians 2:4 begins the response: But God, in His infinite mercy, ... even when we were dead in our sin... Have a blessed day, Jack!
Ellison Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 6:17 AM
You're a good man Jeff! Have a good day my friend!
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