Grave Shadows of Division

(Picture by Jafar Shameem)

In the streets where voices clash,
Where humans blend, yet often combat,
Communalism whispers dreaded fear,
A tale of us, and them, that makes them tear

In their narrow minds lies heritage’s song,
Traditions that bind, they accept not wrong,
Of a chosen tribe, from a sacred creed,
In unity’s name, they sow the seed and breed

Yet beneath this murky tapestry so tight,
Lurks the coveting shadow, with a different plight,
Rapacious Neo-capitalism, bold and bright,
Which Turns hearts to currency, day to night.

It sells the mortal soul purely for profit’s gain,
Turns kin to rivals, rulers to avarice and feeds on pain,
Usurps the market’s pulse, turns it a ruthless beast,
Draining all hope, with disdain and contempt

Communalism, is a traditional bond of kin,
It nurtures minds and hearts, where hate can begin,
While neo-capitalism’s hunger of the elite eyes,
Finds profit in loss, no matter who dies.

Together they weave a woeful darkened tale,
Of fear and greed, where values flounder and pale,
In the thirst for power, the lust for wealth and space,
Humanity’s spirit and essence has lost in the race.

But beneath the noise, your voice can rise,
To tear apart the deceit and veils of lies,
For in the heart of every common human
Lies a hope that dares to conquer these demon

Differences Defined

Communalism, focuses on the bonds among specific groups (ethnic, religious, etc.), it fosters unity but leads to exclusion and conflict against “the other.” and emphasizes shared identity and collective memory of the past glory and sufferings.

Neo Capitalism, is a modern economic system emphasizing market freedom, privatization, and profit maximization. it often prioritizes individual success over community welfare, leading to inequality and encourages competition and strengthening relations with the rulers by any means at the cost of the people as consumers.

Together, they create a complex landscape where identity and economy intertwine, often at the cost of unity and compassion.

(Picture by Jafar Shameem)

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