Virtue and the Wolf

It is a travesty in many ways

How our species takes on the day

Arming ourselves with tools and tactics

To navigate a treacherous age

A necessary evil however,

It pains me to say

We may rule the animal kingdom

But have wolves amongst our flock;

So it is then not only wise, but essential,

To guard against their wants.

To them, we are prey

Uncaring, whether we radiate benevolence,

Or are old and gray.

To shield our herd, there is no choice then

We must slay them first,

Or at least keep them at bay

Kill or be killed,

Has always been the way

Where then is virtue

If we must play such a game?

And what good is it to sit atop the food chain

If we must always take cover, or take aim

To this I say-

Deploy virtue everyday

In every situation

In every way.

And when there is no other way,

Smear blood on your face

Take the bull by the horn

And toss him out of your way.

Virtue can guide you,

But the wolf will slaughter you.