Bold like a leopard, Proud like a Jew

I am a Jew when I wear my star by choice.
I was a Jew when I wore it by force.
I am a Jew when my faith is strong.
I was a Jew when you turned my faith to fear. 
I am a Jew.
You cannot turn my pride to shame.
I am bold like a leopard, proud like a Jew! 

36×48

acrylic on canvas