SUSPICION

Oh suspicion, you are the downfall 

Of those who trust you…fools that they are 

Looking for shelter in your deceiving arms and pointing fingers 

That draw the feeble minded into your web of destruction 

Oh wicked one…when will you cease your unholy terror 

And be thrown back into the fiery pit where you belong 

I can see your sinister hands rubbing together with glee 

And your decaying mouth cackling with baneful mirth 

Another notch on your already bountiful belt of victories 

People are slow to learn and quick to judge 

This suits your purpose well…as one by one 

They fall into your cauldron of depravity 

And ultimate loneliness 

Oh suspicion your verbose nature is that of the scorpion 

You bring forth only wretchedness and pernicious vibration 

You gather souls in large nets and offer endless lust and gratification 

It is a game to you…winner takes all 

But your Judas kiss shall reap only devotees of filth and corruption 

Oh suspicion, there is no sign of humility in you 

Only a depraved mind on a mission from Hell… 

© 2008  

Reviews

[Dezaraye]

What brilliant imagery. I love when writers bring concepts to life. I so strongly believe that these negative feelings (greed, envy, strife, jealousy, suspicion, etc) are truly living. I also believe that the opposing forces to them (love, joy, generosity, etc) are living as well. You've put this to words beautifully, as always.

[J. Hampton]

hell hath no fury...
great pointed wisdom and isms .You never run mediocre .Someone felt that !

[Keith]

Ah yes, you have portrayed suspicion for the evil creature it is. So damaging, often the downfall of relationships. Great poem.

[TL Boehm]

people are slow to learn and quick to judge. Wise words in a wise poem, Helen. It was wonderful to read you again even if this was an admonition. I've missed you.

[Helen Woodward]

Thanks Tammy, it is always a pleasure to read your comments on my work. I guess it is a warning of sorts :)

[Coyote Poetry]

"Oh suspicion, there is no sign of humility in you
Only a depraved mind on a mission from Hell… '
I like the use of the word suspicion. The mind can trick up and lead us to bad places and thoughts. The above line was my favorite. No weakness in the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Helen Woodward]

Thank you Coyote for your insight, understanding and comment :)