Such a One

Any son or daughter who conquers fear,
           and chooses to be free,
           is thereby powerful.
     Naked, weaponless, blessed,
           armed only with humanity,
           mighty indeed is such a One.
     An inspiration to mankind is such a One.

 

Tyrants instill fear and hopelessness,
         hunger after submission,
         try to destroy such a One.
     Tyrants know deep in their shriveled soul,
         at most they can kill,
         but never vanquish such a One.
     Tyrants tremble before such a One!

    

 

Sons and daughters of humanity in chains,
         believe freedom is external,
         wait to be handed freedom.
     Tyranny will dissolve disintegrate die
         on the day we realize,
         freedom is a decision.
     And we become such a One … and One … and One!

                     Barry Clemson, December 2007