The Long Plight

Jeffrey McClure

Use knowledge to see a much greater light, 
To see the world a new in one’s brief stay. 
Wisdom is a tool that aids the long plight.  

Learning helps those who yearn for deeper sight 
To open one’s mind and to see all they, 
Use knowledge to see a much greater light. 

Those in deep struggle often quit their fight, 
To sink in defeat and confess dismay, 
Wisdom is a tool that aids the long plight. 

The wisest scholar will teach in delight,  
And like a student, their mind goes astray.  
Use knowledge to see a much greater light.  

The learner attempts to reach greater heights, 
Like a bird soars against the wind away 
Wisdom is a tool that aids the long plight.  

To you, dear reader, pick your pen and write. 

Do dare to recall this message, purvey, 
Use knowledge to see a much greater light, 
Wisdom is a tool that aids the long plight.