Modern Maelstrom Poem by DM W

Millions of images speed past us daily.
The incessant blurring of space and time,
For many of, is still truly frightening.
We're lost in virtual labyrinths.
Symbols of violence pervade the ages
From the baiting of bull and bear,
To extravagant film spectacles.
Now we have sanitised wars on screen;
Where the innocent invariably die,
Before the casual gaze of our eyes.
This involuntary compliance
To the prevailing forces of darkness
Strengthens the need for more
Edifying frames of reference.
Indeed, some might say that
It strengthens the need for prayer.