Candle flickered small and plain
Offered warmth without disdain
Never fought the darkest room
Never begged to banish gloom
Soft light touched the tired wall
Did not shout or scorch or call
Only glowed in humble sway
Turned the night to gentle gray
Spark remained through every breath
Never feared the wind or death
Wax surrendered not in pain
Gifted life in golden vein
Brilliance does not need to burn
Soft light teaches how to turn
Those who shine without a fight
Guide the world in silent light