The sonnet condemns those who preach a false gospel, using deceptive rhetoric to mislead followers toward spiritual ruin. It portrays the false preacher as a self-serving manipulator whose teachings deviate from truth, guiding souls to eternal suffering. The poem reflects the grief of the true Shepherd (Christ) for those led astray and warns teachers of the consequences of spreading lies. The final line emphasizes that only authentic, Christ-centered Biblical doctrine can redeem humanity, reinforcing the call to uphold true faith.

Woe unto him who dares to preach a lie,
A twisted gospel, cloaked in sacred guise,
Whose honeyed words seduce the soul to die,
And lead the flock where burning darkness lies.

With silver tongue, he sows deceitful seed,
His doctrine false, a path to endless woe,
He turns from truth to serve his selfish need,
And bids the lost down roads where terrors grow.

The Shepherd weeps for souls by falsehood swayed,
Their hearts ensnared by charming, empty lore,
Eternal flames await where trust betrayed,
Shall find no peace upon that wretched shore.

Beware, ye teachers, lest your words condemn,
Christ’s truth alone redeems the souls of men.