Respect is reciprocal
Is a great virtue
Not meant for hypocritical
Minds that steals our future
Respect lifts one up
When engaged with wisdom
Her knowledge is a credit
Not a gift of debit
She speaks empathy
Not sympathy
Brings satisfaction
And promotion
Respect is a beauty
That enthrones dignity
Opening doors of credibility
Which in turn satisfy your
Integrity
Respect is a great virtue
That requires patience
You earn it
Not demand it
Learn to give it
Not because you have much
But it's a virtue
For your future
Respect to all my kind
That I have found
Am grateful
For being truthful
I respect your gifts
And the fruits
Of poetry
Written by David Njoku
