Man’s Measure | Lee Mendy Imuede

In man’s fractured odyssey through life’s plane,
What marks the zenith of his mortal gain?
Is it boundless wealth, a deified shrine,
Or the fleeting awe of a fickle design?
Is it in accolades that he finds his worth,
A prized possession, his soul in mirth?

Nay, the truest measure of man’s essence,
Lies in his heart’s boundless effervescence,
An open vista, a fountain of grace,
That shapes his path with a noble pace.

For in the weave of kindness and charity,
Lies a realm of enduring serenity,
A serenade of grace that eternal will resound,
A triumph rare, in time’s transcendent ground.

So eschew the weight of worldly gain,
And seek the solace of a noble domain,
For in the gentle acts of compassion and care,
Lies a success divine, a triumph rare.

Poet's note: The poem captures the essence of man's true worth - not in the pursuit of material possession and fame but in the expression of kindness, compassion, and charity. It emphasizes the need for humans to seek a noble domain of existence where the heart's boundless effervescence guides their path in life. The writer employs poetic language that highlights the importance of gentle acts of care and love, and how they can bring about an enduring sense of serenity and triumph that transcends time. Overall, the poem is a beautiful reminder of the power of human kindness and the importance of focusing on the things that truly matter in life.