Here is a poem about Menelik II, the Emperor of Ethiopia from 1889 to 1913:

 

Here is a poem about Menelik II, the Emperor of Ethiopia from 1889 to 1913:

He was a man of great vision, A leader who stood tall, He united the lands of Ethiopia, And he answered the call.

He modernized the nation, And he brought it to new heights, He fought for its sovereignty, With all his might and rights.

He was a warrior and a statesman, A leader who was wise and true, He stood up for his people, And he saw them through.

Oh Menelik, you are a hero, A legend that will never fade, Your legacy lives on forever, In the hearts of Ethiopians made.

Emperor Menelik II, A leader strong and bold, A man of great vision, Whose story must be told.

From his humble beginnings, To the throne he did ascend, He united the kingdom, And made it his to defend.

He modernized the country, Brought new laws and schools, His reign a time of progress, A time that broke the rules.

But he also knew the value, Of tradition and the past, He preserved the ancient culture, So that it would always last.

Emperor Menelik II, A man of great renown, His legacy lives on, In the history of Ethiopia's crown.

Minilik, the Lion of Judah The leader of the Ethiopian nation A man of great vision and courage A leader of inspiration

He united the country And modernized the land He fought for independence With a steadfast and unwavering hand

He built a strong army And a proud nation stood tall He fought for justice And for the rights of all

Minilik, the Lion of Judah A leader for the ages A man who left a lasting legacy In the hearts and minds of his people, always