Analysis of A Legacy of Beauty: The Power of Creation in a Decaying World



In a world of entropy, where all things fall apart,
The march of time destroys, creating chaos and decay,
A universe of change, where nothing is constant or still,
You seek the elusive beauty, to ease the ache in your heart.

But where to find it, in this barren, lifeless world?
The stars above seem dim, the flowers withered and dry,
The oceans once teeming with life, now silent and still,
Your senses are numb, your spirit depleted and gray.

You search for a glimmer of hope, a sign of a better world,
Where beauty abounds, and life thrives, unbound by decay,
A world where love and joy reign, where peace and order still,
Where the promise of happiness soothes the pain in your heart.

But you know that this search is in vain, for in this world,
All things must pass, all things must decay and fall apart,
The beauty you seek is but a fleeting moment, a transient thrill,
A temporary respite from the inevitable decay and gray.

So, what is the solution, when beauty seems so far away?
When the world is bleak and lifeless, and hope is hard to find?
The answer is simple, my friend, though it may seem hard to start,
The only way to find beauty is to create it yourself, to do your part.

For beauty is not a thing that exists, apart from you and me,
It is a quality we create, a vision that we see,
It is the result of our actions, our thoughts, and our art,
It is the product of our love, our passion, and our heart.

So, take a brush, a pen, a chisel, or a camera,
And create the beauty that you seek, in every way and manner,
Find it in the patterns of a leaf, the colors of the sky,
In the kindness of a stranger, the twinkle in a child's eye.

For beauty is not a thing to be found, it is a thing to be made,
And in the act of creation, we find our joy and evade,
The grasp of entropy, the pull of decay, the bleakness of the world,
For in the act of creation, we create a world that is alive and swirled.

So, do not wait for beauty to find you, or for the world to change,
Create the beauty that you seek, in every way and range,
For in the act of creation, you will find the peace in your heart,
That will transcend decay and gray, and make a brand new start.

The beauty you create will inspire others, and spread like a flame,
Igniting hearts and minds, and erasing the world's pain,
It will break the cycle of decay, and create a new world,
One that is full of life and color, where hope and joy are swirled.

So, take your brush, your pen, your chisel, or your camera,
And start creating the beauty that you seek, with fervor and stamina,
For in the act of creation, you will find your purpose and your place,
And transcend the limits of time and space.

In the end, it is not the decay that defines us, but the beauty we create,
The memories we make, the lives we touch, the art we initiate,
For beauty is the light that shines through the darkness of the world,
It is the spark that ignites our souls, and makes us feel alive and twirled.

So, my dear friend, do not despair in the face of decay and gray,
For you have the power to create beauty, in every way and ray,
Take hold of your passion and let it guide you, to a world that is alive and still,
And in the act of creation, find the beauty that lies within, waiting to thrill.

Do not let the impermanence of life discourage you,
For in the beauty you create, you will find something true,
A glimpse of eternity, a taste of the divine,
A reminder that in this world, there is always a way to shine.

In the act of creation, you will find your own redemption,
A path to enlightenment, a form of self-expression,
For the beauty you create is a reflection of your soul,
A way to connect with the world, and make yourself whole.

And though the world may continue to decay and fall apart,
You will find solace in the beauty you create, and in your heart,
For in the act of creation, you will transcend the limits of time,
And create a legacy that will last, like a brilliant shine.

So, my friend, do not wait for the world to change,
Or for beauty to find you, in some distant range,
Take hold of your destiny, and create the world you seek,
And in the act of creation, find the beauty that makes life unique.

For the only way to find beauty in a decaying world,
Is to create it yourself, and let your passion unfurl,
So, take a step forward, and start creating today,
And in the beauty you create, find a way to pave the way.

For the world may be decaying, and life may seem bleak,
But in the beauty you create, you will find the strength to seek,
A brighter tomorrow, a world that is full of light,
And in the act of creation, find the beauty that makes life bright.

The poem is part of a full version found in the book "Homo Sapiens" Part XVII, written by Mawphniang Napoleon. This book is part of the popular "Homo Sapiens" book series, which can be purchased online at various online bookstores, such as Amazon. The book is available for purchase for those who are interested in reading the complete version of the poem. Remember to get all the books from the "Homo Sapiens" series, as well as other books by the same author.

So, don't hesitate and get a copy today from one of the many online bookstores.

Khublei Shihajar Nguh,
Dhanewad
Thank you


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Closest metre Iambic octameter
Characters 5,270
Words 1,137
Sentences 28
Stanzas 22
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 1, 1, 3
Lines Amount 81
Letters per line (avg) 50
Words per line (avg) 12
Letters per stanza (avg) 183
Words per stanza (avg) 46

About this poem

This poem explores the concept of beauty in a world of decay, where everything seems to fall apart. It acknowledges the fleeting nature of beauty in the face of entropy and encourages the reader to create their own beauty through art and self-expression. The message is to not wait for beauty to find you, but to actively seek it out and create it yourself, as this is the only way to transcend the limits of time and find solace in a decaying world. The poem emphasizes the power of creation in finding purpose, making connections, and leaving a lasting legacy.  

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Written on October 28, 2013

Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on April 24, 2023

Modified on April 30, 2023

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Mawphniang Napoleon

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