Haiku, one of many notable imports worldwide from Japan, represents a characteristic way of expressing soulful thoughts in the form of a three-line verse pattern. The verses generally follow the 5-7-5 rule, corresponding to the number of syllables in each line. The haiku is capable of conveying strong emotion despite its brevity. Occasionally, use of haiku in explaining succinctly the concepts and nuances of medical ethics can bring a fresh perspective to both new readers and enthusiasts.

Plagiarism

Stolen words on the page,

Fail to cover up the foot prints,

That lead back home.

Salami-slicing

To a chef well-trained,

Bring the dish in a hundred forms…

It will taste the same.

Ghost author

While the lieutenant built it,

Stone by stone till stoned to death,

The ‘General’s Mansion’ stands on a grave.

Fabrication

While data is overcooked,

With too much spice in the broth,

Facts burn to charcoal.

Falsification

It’s a strange thing,

To compare oranges with apples,

While wishing for a passion fruit.