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Summary

The text reflects on the societal hypocrisy and the passive acceptance of manipulation, urging people to seek knowledge and awaken to the truth.

Abstract

The author of the article "My People" delves into the paradox of evil being perpetuated by those who claim to uphold righteousness. This evil is disguised in appealing forms and presented without caution, leading to widespread deception. The author questions the identity of those who exploit others and highlights the general reluctance or fear to confront the truth. The piece suggests that ignorance is a choice, as seeking knowledge is not inherently difficult. It criticizes the blind adherence to unverified beliefs and the passive hope for divine intervention to bring about change. The author implies that people are complicit in their own deception by carrying meaningless titles and waiting for time to reveal answers, rather than actively pursuing them. The call to action is clear: it is time for the people to wake up from their oblivious state.

Opinions

  • The author believes that society is being manipulated by individuals who disguise their harmful intentions with appealing exteriors.
  • There is a critical view of people's unwillingness to question and research, which perpetuates ignorance and fear of the truth.
  • The text suggests that carrying titles and waiting for divine intervention is a form of self-deception and a misinterpretation of meaningful messages.
  • The author expresses frustration with the passive attitude of waiting for change instead of actively seeking knowledge and understanding.
  • The piece conveys a sense of urgency for self-awareness and personal growth, implying that time is already revealing the necessary truths to awaken.

My People

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Evil construed in obsolete Perpetuated by the very those who preach righteousness Manufactured and produced in different beautiful packages Sealed with no warning tags Who are you? Playing people like chess Sucking them dry It’s damaging not all though We don’t really find time to research Petrified by the truth We too stand accused of our own oblivious nature How hard is it to wish to know? How hard is it to seek knowledge? Standing there looking like scarecrows Carrying titles like luggage Believing in some unknown True It may be real but, misinterpreting the message won’t help Why would we rather spend time on knees Waiting on heaven to break-lose, and for abundance to emerge like thieves in the night Maybe we are dumb or maybe not Let’s wait Time will tell Please!! Time is already telling. Wake up, my people.

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