In flames for FREEDOM

In flames and on fire, they are 'burning with desire'
denied the choice to live as they wish

they expose/dispose their flesh

They can kill the body and destroy it

yet the spirit remains unbroken and holy

so, we see in the distance - fire -

man's first really important discovery

this time burning to leave a trace in the barren land

of what would be remnants of freedom, people extinct.

Weapons of the weak

they seek freedom and peace
they seek 'liberation' for their souls and flesh

yet the government declares it has already bestowed

a full liberation-redemption to the slaves

the only difference is it's just an economic fact

lacking spiritual dimension and freedom to breathe

they all forget that freedom can't be bought

at the price of a few celebrations or new clothes

or food and drink for that matter indeed,

for life is more than all these, they should consider this (the truth)!

but how would they know?
who bow but before the golden calf

and worship his tangible 'holiness'

wishing he grants them 'eternal' (above)10% growth?

so, the fires burn, the flesh in flames

yet what really counts is the sacrifice they make

their spirit willing, their flesh weak,

but the spirit conquers EVERYTHING!!!

thus, Hush!, all you voices

stinging with lies

why should anyone believe you?

when you're all actors in a big venomous farce

let your drama continue,
let the curtains remain pulled

because sooner or later

your fakeness will be utterly exposed

they don't fear the ones who kill the flesh

only the One who can destroy the spirit!

as for you, I advice, you should consider this too!

In memory of all the Buddhist monks, in China and elsewhere, who have sacrificed their lives to express their discontent with the oppression of their governing regimes!

http://www.worldsfamousphotos.com/burning-monk-the-self-immolation-1963.html (photo from the site)

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/7916544.stm

p.s. Special remark to Dessi, a good friend of mine, with whom I have the honour of discussing relevant issues. Thank you!

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