Afraid

John Prophet

Afraid.
Humanity’s
afraid.
Afraid
of itself.
Afraid
of what
it’s capable
of.
Globally.
Trillions
spent
each year
on military
expenditures.
Weapons.
Armies.
Death and
destruction.
Humanity
protecting
itself from
itself.
Insane.
Trillions
that could
be spent
feeding
the hungry.
Housing
the homeless.
Spent
advancing
the human
condition.
Not in
destruction.
Not in
death.
Millions
over the
eons killed
defending
hilltops.
Whole
generations
wiped out.
Insanity.
On the
precipice.
Fork
in the
road.
Time to
grow up.

  • Author: John Prophet (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: October 9th, 2024 07:31
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  • sorenbarrett

    I agree but this won't occur until we as a species value others more than our pockets. Well written and worded with its short lines emphasizing its urgency and need.

    • John Prophet

      Thank you for your reflections…
      John

    • peet

      Fear factor so well captured. Very well written. Nice words.

    • Abdullah123

      ‘Humanity protecting itself from itself’ this gave me goosebumps. Something to really think abt. Great write

      • John Prophet

        Thank you for reading my work..

        • Abdullah123

          No, thank you for giving me such a masterpiece to read.

        • Goldfinch60

          Such true words John. Will we ever grow up.

          Andy

          • John Prophet

            I’m afraid you’re right….
            John

          • MaxSmith

            Wise words John

            Nicely written



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