Branded

The moment a child is born is the only moment he/she is free…

the next moment the branding begins –

by caste and creed,

by culture

by country

by race

And later –

By country or land

And the color of his or her hand..

The prejudice and hatred rise up and flare

If he/she does not take proper care;

And when they die –

They remain branded by their beliefs in life

Even though free of earthly bonds.