Mandela Poem by Romeo Della Valle

The Man,
The struggle embedded
In the fountain of consciousness.
Freedom melted in time
Behind cold bars!
Pain bravely endured
While the oppressors laughed!

The Man,
Symbol of Peace and Pride!
Physically mistreated
But always high in spirit!
Hatred never touched
His mind or soul!
Neither race nor color
Became an issue!

The Man,
Symbol of Wisdom and Patience,
Beautifully decorated
By the colors of the rainbow!
The Man, the legend,
Symbol of Freedom
For the entire humanity!

The Man,
Loved and admired
By the whole world!
Physically mistreated
But always spiritually alive
Through the mind and soul
Of every human with consciousness
And every new born!
To you, I dedicate,
This humble poem!
R.I.P.