Persia: Eternal Humanist Poetry by Shahryar
Poetry is a loving bridge that crosses the heart to find beauty is everywhere. A poet is not the one who is an idealist it is the one who sees the real world. For in truth we are truly beautiful.
This poet I have just found and I give him a tribute and… Continue reading
Robert McNamara: The Fog of Beliefs Lead to War
I watched this documentary last night and it is recommended viewing. It was very interesting learning the lessons of conflict and war from Robert McNamara, the former US Defence Secretary well known for his role directing the Vietnam war. A detailed Wikipedia overview is provided below the video.
First I will provide my own observations.… Continue reading
Schindler’s Humanity the Ring of Freedom
I saw the story of Schindler’s List tonight and what particularly moved me was Oskar Schindler’s compassion for the Jews. He took risks and was able to save 1200 lives. There was a scene where he told German soldiers to go as men rather than murderers (words to that effect). He treated… Continue reading
The candle of hope is the Light in the Darkness in Afghanistan
It is clear from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, that military solutions have not worked. Perhaps emerging from the dark cloud, peaceful coexistence becomes the future global strategy rather than extensions of power. My former partner was an ordinary Afghan artist who as a 10 year old recalls the Russians invading… Continue reading
The Insanity of Denying Our Humanity
Our world has become desensitized,
Unrealised,
As many are not reflecting on what is so,
And why it is?
Or what it will become?
They are living business-as-usual,
Focusing on themselves,
Unable to find time to be kind,
For they are busy,
In trivial pursuits,
Whilst the world is slowly collapsing,
A relapse of reason,… Continue reading