ISLĀM AND CIVILITY
*ISLĀM AND CIVILITY!* Not in isolation Would you remain...Muslim? Yet in congregation You may...deemed to be slim. We can't but relate With others to rate Sincerity in speech And actions...we do preach Your Islaam in truity Enhances civility Such that our manners Become...our banners If he says it in a way That cannot be weighed okay, Suggesting to better it Is not like rubbishing it. We can be assertive, Yet not insensitive! ©Bolaji M. A. (Adigson) A Literary Commentary on "ISLĀM AND CIVILITY!" Diction and Tone The poem employs a formal and elevated diction, using sophisticated language and poetic devices to convey its message. The tone is serious and instructive, emphasizing the importance of civility and respect in Islamic practice. Mood and Structure The mood of the poem is contemplative and reflective. The structure is free verse, allowing for a flexible and flowing rhythm that mirrors the ebb and flow of thought. The use of enjambment creates a sense of urgency a...