Many and sharp the numerous ills
Inwoven with our frame;
More pointed still, we make ourselves
Regret, remorse and shame;
And man, whose heaven-erected face
The smiles of love adorn,
Man's inhumanity to man,
Makes countless thousands mourn.
Inwoven with our frame;
More pointed still, we make ourselves
Regret, remorse and shame;
And man, whose heaven-erected face
The smiles of love adorn,
Man's inhumanity to man,
Makes countless thousands mourn.
"Man's Inhumanity to Man" by Robert Burns explores the harsh realities of cruelty and indifference in human nature. The poem highlights the profound impact of such actions on human suffering. Burns challenges readers to reflect on their actions and their responsibility to strive for a more compassionate and just world.