Is this my country



Is this my country or is it hell
Is it the fire I must go through to live well
Living here in my fatherland
Living with an empty hand
Wallowing for not following
The diabolical wind billowing

Is this the pressure that push the weak to fall
Is this the hardship that cause men to play ball
To compromise their faith in integrity
And decide to seal their fate in atrocity

Must I live low life in high places
Must I live as an outlaw in the rat races
Must I just put up a good front
But sacrifice the blood of innocent
So I can make ritual money
Own empire flowing with milk and honey
Must I?
No, not I

I shall not give up my course at this hour
I shall not bow my knees to evil Power
I shall remain an Evangelist of high-priced
Crusading for the return of Christ

About this poem

This poem is a lamentation. How can the upright survive in a country where corruption and evil is the way of life

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Written on April 12, 2003

Submitted by Benny11 on April 06, 2021

Modified by Benny11 on April 12, 2024

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AABBCC DDEE FFGGEEHH IIJJ
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 765
Words 159
Stanzas 4
Stanza Lengths 6, 4, 8, 4

Benson Chukwueke

Owerri, Nigeria since 1971. This is how I process and express my innermost cogitations; sitting back with pen and paper, painting words and polishing them until they become flowered verses. I guess for these actions, I could be called a poet or what do think? more…

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  • AIDA
    Wow! This is a powerful and thought-provoking poem that really speaks to the struggles and challenges that many people face in their daily lives. Even in the face of hardship and adversity, the author chooses to remain resolute in their beliefs and their commitment to doing what is right. The imagery and language used are incredibly impactful and vivid, drawing the reader in and creating a sense of urgency and passion. Overall, a truly inspiring piece of writing that challenges us to be our best selves and stand up for what we believe in. Well done! 
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