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Temples of Gold and Houses of Clay

drelayaraja on Nov 17, 2009
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The reality of this society, where the rich become richer and the poor is left unfed.

TEMPLES OF GOLD AND HOUSES OF CLAY

Poor man’s home is made up of clay,

But the temples are studded with diamond and gold,

 

The misfortunate only live in cages,

No room to stretch, they can sleep only coiled,

 

Conditions have been miserable for ages,

Their dreams were being purposely spoiled.

 

Even today there are enough fools,

Whose interest is on temples and not on schools,

 

When I venture to unveil the truth,

They declare me an atheist,

 

I would like to serve my people,

Not disguised as a reverend priest.

 

© Nov, 2009 Dr.P.Elayaraja

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  • wonder on Nov 17, 2009

    An aethiest is also a human being.A good analysis of the situation.

  • Hansika on Nov 17, 2009

    lovely…

  • Christine Ramsay on Nov 17, 2009

    Unfortunately that is a fact of life no matter how much we dislike it, but we must do what we can do to help the poor. A very good post.

    Christine

  • AlmaG on Nov 17, 2009

    Wonderful Poem! But I think this issue is more of political (the rich getting richer and the poor, poorer) than religious.

  • Eunice Tan on Nov 17, 2009

    This writing is very deep.

  • John Watson on Nov 17, 2009

    This writing is very true. I agree with what you’re saying.

  • Sunitha Stalin on Nov 17, 2009

    good one

  • Judi Eddy on Nov 17, 2009

    YYes unfortunately this is still a world of rich and poor. good ork. Judi x

  • xoxo on Nov 17, 2009

    Nice one, doctor. Very well written and such passion on this.

  • ken bultman on Nov 17, 2009

    I share your philosophy.

  • svishnugopal on Nov 17, 2009

    you are right 100%, is this temple in india?

  • diamondpoet on Nov 17, 2009

    I liked that bit of philosphy.

  • Ruby Hawk on Nov 17, 2009

    You are so very right. Love the way you express it.

  • drelayaraja on Nov 17, 2009

    It is a temple in a place called Vellore, in South India. The walls, roof, pillars are covered with tonnes of GOLD. Moreover, the visitors through gold coins into the pond in the temple….

    Hmmm.. I wish these money was used to eradicate poverty in this part.

  • lillyrose on Nov 18, 2009

    Very emotional write. All so true and frustrating.

  • Francois Hagnere on Nov 18, 2009

    Excellent write. I totally agree. Very deep and thought provoking.
    I am afraid this also exists in too many countries. Bravo!

  • Mr Ghaz on Nov 18, 2009

    Excellent!..this was wonderful. unique and lovely poem..well-written piece..I liked it! Thanks for sharing this great work. 8) 8)

  • Aiyanna on Nov 18, 2009

    Excellent write!!! Very true :)

  • historigal on Nov 20, 2009

    I like this part
    “Even today there are enough fools,
    Whose interest is on temples and not on schools,”

    It’s common even in my country.

  • Linda Lori on Nov 25, 2009

    Priorities are so obviously misplaced. Powerful write.

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