Ancestors speak! when informers thrive, <br />When people flourish and lie creatively <br /> To kill by whisper and blasphemy to live. <br /> <br /> Ancestors speak! if Africa changes, <br />Speak when fear corrupts and suspicion’s spread <br /> By look, gesture and even to our ancestors. <br />When the liar’s shame out decent silence to defame <br /> The legend honor, respect and defile their names. <br /> <br />Ancestors speak! , when conquered with deep doubt, <br /> When there are honored men by scandals turned about, <br />When we see honor murdered and people become dump, <br /> Ancestors speak; I will continue to lead with pure heart, <br /> Wisdom, humble, loyal true, pretend and pure spirit. <br /> Through my poetry I shall unveil the truth, <br />As I lead through the land.<br /><br />Phinda Mkhonta<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/ancestors-speak/
