What is it to be a man?

How should a man prove himself
Worthy of his earthly body
And ethereal soul?

In what way should a man
Defend his honour
And that of his children and partner?

What is it to be a man?

What is it to be courageous?
What is it to be strong?
What is it to live truthfully
And forge peace in a community?

What is it to be a man?

What is it to be kind?
What is it to be considerate?
What is it to think deeply of others
And use one’s life bravely?

What is it to be masculine
And be approachable?
What is it to live with vigour, honesty
To use one’s voice and body for good?
To gain power and influence
Righteously?
What is it?

What is it to display valour?
What is it to be full of honour?
What is it to fight
For that which is right?

What is it to be a man?
What is it?