Legacy Poems - Poems about Legacy

Looking at them I find myself,inspired Mesmerized Looking at myself I find myself, honoured Everlasting seed It has begun, As the sea Starts to roll over Embrace your individualism As the season Starts to manifest Embrace your truth It was written, Looking at their tradition I find myself,knowledgeable Amazed Looking at myself I find myself, respected Everlasting blessings It was concluded....

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I taste the beating of your heart As truth drizzles onto my soul Daring me to challenge this equation That turns two pieces into one whole I embrace a broken mirror As I am claimed by torment beyond measure Calling me to face the rigors of this legacy But instead I run toward pathways of twisted pleasures I am adrift on a raft...

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They were already awake, The sky dark as the work ahead, Hands stiff from la tierra, Feet bruised from the miles, Yet they never stopped. The nights were too short, The days stretched on, Sleep was a luxury they couldn’t afford. Still, they pressed forward, One step, then another. La tierra gave little, But took all they had. Baskets filled with fruit, Hands worn from the toil, Every mark,...

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Consider my grave your resting place too, An empathetic soul who rests here. Worry not poet, it haunts no more, Covered with maggots, I've rotted here for a while. These sockets are now emptied, I see nothing to judge. With my brains swallowed, I am no critique. Only bones adorning dirt and bugs. Justitia, you can call me. Lend me your ears and I'll...

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A tapestry of strength, a vibrant hue , On women's Day, our hearts sing true. From dawn's soft blush to twilight's gleam, A legacy of courage, a powerful dream. For every hand that guides , and every voice that rings For wisdom shared, and joy that springs. Through trials faced, and battles won, A spirit shines, like morning sun....

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Seventeen years of memories, Memories we created, Forever to be won, Your absence leaves a gaping hole, A missing piece that can never be whole. In silence, I hear your voice, A treasure of stories,a heartfelt choice, Lessons learnt and memories to spare, You'd tell me your twists and turns, That I'd listen wide-eyed, With a heart that's on fire, I'll carry your love & legacy, And...

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what kind of world are we leaving behind for future generations forbidden dreams out of their grasp within unchartered confines of unprecedented realities i see their trusting innocence and share a mix of guilt and shame as failed custodians AP: Honorable Mention 2025 Posted on February 27, 2025...

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Not all inherit a father's noble name, Some learn deceit, others theft, and shame. But I, blessed with a virtuous sire, Inherited values that my heart desires. My children will learn to reverence age, With humility and sobriety, they'll engage. A caring heart, I'll pass on to them, Diligence and God-fearing, their guiding gem. Emancipator, Eldorado, Ephaptha too, Will learn the core values, integrity...

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Once there was a young writer whose name unique her name was Poem young and free with her time what would she see, see fit to do she saw a tree as time went by she sat there all the time no one liked her name was so weird and she was more all they...

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Hakeem "The Dream" Olajuwon, Had moves defenders would frown upon. From Lagos to Texas, he rose to fame, And left rivals grasping in shame. As "Little Moses," they called his name, In Houston, he rose to acclaim. He ruled with finesse, Brought gold to the press, And walked in the halls of great fame. Till today, he's a legend of the game, And basketball players...

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Voices of accomplishment and establishment Legacy of wisdom Challenges through opposition Determined in recognition Fulfillment their guarantee Encouragement for us in the present day Spoken words of be committed, and not estray Knowledge theory Fear is power teaching strength One doesn’t know unless one tries Draw the tears from your eyes Understanding and be wise Our Black Brothers and Sisters understood We must relish under our own should Involve...

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They came with flags, with fire, with steel, Spoke of trade, yet came to steal. Lands once free, now marked and chained, A stranger's law, a tyrant's reign. They mapped the sky, they named the trees, Measured rivers, claimed the seas. Their words replaced the native tongue, Ancient songs left unsung. Not just land—our minds they took, Rewrote the past in gilded books. Fed us...

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When words have fled there's a space That echoes with nothing deemed stellar No single idea to embrace Profundity gone, it seems forever. When chaos of life has intruded Thoughts tangled into scrambled web Creativity lost as mind's eye brooded Blank page ignites emotions, reason fled. Ocean waves ebb and flow with ease Tormented poet desires tranquil pen Dexterous words make readers believe Unfeigned verse is...

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Education being knowledge Foundation established My years at CUNY MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE Higher learning being opportunity I was honored to be educated by legacy from legacy It was MALCOLM X primage into a Professor Dr. Betty Shabazz, Malcolm X’s Widow Principles simple Health class called “IN SEARCH OF WELLNESS” My mind opened up into wonder My thoughts embraced yonder Listened and absorbed Possibilities on every turn Theories directed Legacies...

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Beneath the sun's eternal flame, A dynasty rose to eternal fame. The Cholas ruled with might and grace, Their legacy carved in time's embrace. Kaveri's waters sang their song, Of rulers just, and armies strong. Temple carved with sacred art, A culture vast, a noble heart. From Rajraja's mighty reign, To Rajendra's seas where power gained. Their ships sailed forth, the oceans bowed, To the Chola's...

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