Pyre

Aman 12

Mercy is a radiant flame
but smoke always smells the same.
In east, west, north and south
the fire still finds a willing mouth.
Soot is very patient in its rise
it settles on flags of the same size.

You can claim it bonfire
but it works like a pyre.

  • Author: Aman 12 (Offline Offline)
  • Published: January 27th, 2026 06:02
  • Comment from author about the poem: political poem
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  • sorenbarrett

    Pitty, mercy, forgiveness beautiful lights to illuminate darkness and warm us on a cold journey. A wonderful write



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