Chris van der Westhuizen

Wie sou die waarde van lewe
werklik begryp -

As hy nie self kon bydra
tot die lewe nie?

As hy nie self kon bydra
tot ’n lewetjie nie?

                              Chris M. v/d Westhuizen '2005

Nota: Die gedig is "Sokrates" genoem na die antieke Griekse filosoof wat bekend is vir sy vra om ’n dieper begrip te verkry oor die lewe. Net soos Sokrates ons aanmoedig om oor die betekenis van die lewe na te dink, nooi hierdie gedig ons uit om die ware waarde van die lewe te oorweeg deur persoonlike bydrae.

Socrates

Who could truly understand
the meaning of life - 

If one could not personally give
to life itself?

If one could not personally bring forth
a little life to cherish and live?

                              Chris M. v/d Westhuizen '2005 (Translated from Afrikaans)

Note: The poem is named "Socrates" after the ancient Greek philosopher known for his quest for a deeper understanding of life. Just as Socrates encourages us to ponder the meaning of life, this poem invites us to consider the true value of life through personal contribution.