A species of fauna is human on this planet.
Unique intellect has gifted him depth and talent.
With power to think, ponder and make search
For him own happiness he undertook research.
Virtues n vices too accompanied his intellect
Alongwith many perfections he has few defects.
Virtues bestow on him commanding position
While vices, cruelty n cunning make him villian.
Many riddles remained unsolved inspite of efforts,
Vast knowledge acquired, to unknown him attracts.
Being of scientific temper, yet fear to him attaccks.
Mysteries n puzzles transform him into a crank.
Love, empathy and compassion make him divine.
While hate, jealousy and rile arouse in him evil.
Most favoured son of creator should be his position
Alas, misfortune may land him on lap of the devil.
POet: Ratnakar D Mandlik
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Man is the crown of creation, but he is an amalgam of good and evil! His superior intelligence, his compassion and kindness make him an adorable being dear to God! But his jealousy, his greed and his wickedness degenerate him to the level of a beast and he becomes a ploy in the hands of the devil! A great analysis on the antagonistic traits in man! A 10