Echoes of Dignity

In the land where olive branches weep,
A tale unfolds, where hearts in anguish keep.
Palestinian skies, a canvas of dreams,
Whisper tales of struggles, or so it seems.

Human rights, a beacon in the night,
Yet shadows loom, casting endless plight.
Dignity, a birthright to defend,
In every valley, around each bend.

In the cradle of history, where stories intertwine,
A plea echoes softly, like the breeze through the vine.
Justice, a river that yearns to flow,
Through ancient lands where olive trees grow.

Equality, a promise yet to fully bloom,
In the garden of hope, where flowers consume
The doubts and fears that divide the air,
A unity sought, a burden to bear.

Respect, a currency for hearts to trade,
A bridge that spans the rifts that were made.
In the tapestry of time, where echoes persist,
Let empathy be the thread that we insist.

From Gaza’s shores to the West Bank’s hills,
A call for justice each valley fills.
Let human rights be the anthem, strong,
A melody that unites, corrects the wrong.

In the eyes of children, reflections of the sky,
Hope flickers, refusing to say goodbye.
Dignity, a flame that refuses to fade,
In the hearts of those who’ve faced the barricade.

Oh world, bear witness to this plea,
For the roots of humanity intertwine like a tree.
In Palestine’s soil, where history’s told,
Let justice, equality, and respect unfold.

Stand as one, with unwavering might,
Illuminate the darkness, bring forth the light.
For in the pursuit of a shared humanity,
Lies the promise of peace, love, and unity.

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Ismael S Rodriguez Jr (The Bulletproof Poet)
Ismael S Rodriguez Jr (The Bulletproof Poet)

Written by Ismael S Rodriguez Jr (The Bulletproof Poet)

I learn, create, and overcome. I write, paint, blog, and practice grey witchcraft. I served in the Navy and have schizophrenia and PTSD.

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