Carriage of a Man

“The purpose of education is to teach a man to carry himself triumphant to the sunset.”   Liberty  Hyde Bailey

Socrates (469 BC–399 BC) – Greek philosopher. Socrates was willing to die for his beliefs. Arrested for his philosophic teachings, Socrates was willing to accept death rather than change his opinions and beliefs. It is said he calmly accepted his fate.

Don’t lean shoulders weighted,

Stand strong, stand proud, bravely,

Patriotic straight, just and fair.

 

Not bent, crumbled, worried

Head high, gaze strong, proudly

Hands together clasped gently dare.

 

Crooked, strength defeated

Focused, intense, smartly

Olympic proud and boldly care.

 

As strong at setting sun

Carry proud still youthfully

Unbending strength, resolute.