The World Trade Center
Stood mighty and tall
Oh what a glory it was
For one and all.
What a captivating sight,
When tourists from all over
Stood in rapture,
By its enchanting beauty.

But it fell victim
To man’s cruel means.
And tears filled
When the plane hit.
It screamed in pain.
It was a shelter for many people.
A livelihood for thousands.
A world on its own.

Oh! How could man be so cruel?
Man they say is human.
Is this a humane deed?
When so many were killed.
Someone’s sister, someone’s brother
Someone’s parents.
Aren’t animals more humane?
They kill only when they hunt

When will man realize his follies?
When will there be peace?
A religion of love
A language of understanding
Where there is no trace of hatred,
And no castes exist.