The Seed

sorenbarrett

Greed a seed that spouts selfish roots
They feed on what others bleed, growing isolation's shoots
Leaves that deceive, compassion lost in shade of insensitivity 
Withers stem's part, containing the heart of collectivity

Misunderstood the good of individuality
Values like leaves fall, in lust's sprawl of brutality
Plagued by leaf's rust of lack of trust, fallen branches of faith
No blossom bloomed, its fruit consumed as hope turned a wraith

Get a free collection of Classic Poetry ↓

✔ Receive the ebook in seconds ✔ 50 poems from 50 different authors


Comments +

Comments11

  • Teddy.15

    Imagery and truth superb dear sorrenbarret 🌹

    • sorenbarrett

      Thank you my friend

    • rebellion_in_sanity

      Very nice 🙏

      • sorenbarrett

        Thank you so much Rebellion I appreciate your stopping by and your support.

      • Friendship

        The central idea of the poem revolves around the destructive nature of greed and selfishness, which undermine community and compassion. It contrasts individuality with the collective good, highlighting how self-serving actions can lead to isolation and a loss of trust. The subject matter delves into the metaphor of a plant growing from a seed of greed, illustrating how negative traits can stifle growth and hope, ultimately resulting in despair.

        • sorenbarrett

          Thank you so much for your read and interpretation of this poem. Greed a basic human trait that focuses on individual survival and undermines community and like a weed grows without need of nurturing care. Your words are most appreciated

        • Bella Shepard

          Stunning metaphor, imagery, I can feel the power of this all consuming deadly sin. Superb!

          • sorenbarrett

            Thank you so much Bella for the read and support it is much appreciated my friend

          • orchidee

            Good write SB.

            • sorenbarrett

              Thanks Orchi I appreciate it.

            • hzugman

              Yes, kindness is a strength not a weakness.

              • sorenbarrett

                Thank you so much for the read and understanding words. They are most appreciated

              • Tristan Robert Lange

                My friend, I’ve seen seeds like this grow…isolation spreading where trust once lived. You’ve captured that hard truth with honesty. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦‍⬛

                • sorenbarrett

                  Thank you my friend the growth of this is an insidious and grim process. I appreciate and value your comment

                • Fína Elara 🌙 Petra Patrice

                  This is a dense, symbolic, and highly reflective poem. Nicely written.

                • Goldfinch60

                  But many of those seeds will bring new life to the world soren.

                  Andy

                  • sorenbarrett

                    Thank you so much Andy for your review and comment it is always appreciated

                  • Ria_1005

                    Beautiful metaphor!

                    • sorenbarrett

                      Thank you very much for your read and kind remark it is appreciated

                    • William Hromada

                      Beautiful description of a grueling topic!



                    To be able to comment and rate this poem, you must be registered. Register here or if you are already registered, login here.