I'm Not An Infallible Angel Or A Man Poem by Mohammad Younus

I'm not an infallible angel or a man;
for that matter, no one has ever been.
I'm a human being—
to err is human,
often finding myself in a mess.

Good inside, though not always fine outside,
I'm in a mess, nonetheless,
trying to navigate through it.
I've made many mistakes,
don't boast of being righteous always.

I speak much of love, peace, and joy,
yet sometimes push away those who love me.
Every hour, I resolve to be sober and kind to all.
When I repent for my follies and harsh responses,
I try to hold much inside,
forgiving even those who offend me.

Drowning my emotions, betraying patience and forbearance,
until I conquer my inner demons.
This is my truth, bitter and unashamed.
I fear not my inner struggles anymore;
they have submitted to me.

Inshaallah, I will not hurt any of you,
but if hurt tomorrow, I won't announce it.
That is my choice—
to speak my heart without causing harm,
seeking God's help through patience and prayer.

Now, I can share my needs and secrets openly,
hoping you won't feel lacking.
I have precious things to offer you,
not angry, not hurt—
unable to be hurt even if faced with malice.

I pray you too conquer your inner struggles,
making your inner demons submit to you.

MyKoul