Scribes

Arrayed in long, showy robes,

(first century Armani,

bespoke, suits cut to impress);

commanding attention.

We know that they are important,

social and religious heavyweights;

demanding to be taken seriously.

They are among the nation's leaders,

and clearly know better than the rest of us;

soaring high above the crowd,

magnificent, learned, erudite.

Highly respected,

these Scribes lack nothing;

except compassion.

© Ken Rookes 2015