1082. Purify my soul

 Just caught trapped
in this cosmic tragedy
free the bondage
purify my soul

let my spirit 

take its flight

1081. Control and conquer you

Try not to control anything on Earth 
because, at some point in time, it is fairly possible
If you want to control something then try to control you
oh fellow soul inform me if you conquest it

1080. Prayer vs. Meditation

 How do you see prayer and meditation?

Prayer is for material pursuit, while meditation is for spiritual growth. Therefore strike for a balanced lifestyle.

1079. Thoughts

Be 

a receptor and transmitter 

of

only positive thoughts

and

emotions

1078. Smile from your heart

Smile from your heart

oh my tree

let me bloom

all over you as flowers

for it's the start of the spring

 and the time to cherish

Shake your head

oh, my mighty tree

let me fall on your feet

for it's the start of fall

and it's the time to wither

1077. The Ocean

Though rivers emerge in different places 

    ultimately meets the ocean

    like, though man holds another belief system

    in the name of religion

    all journey ends towards the same destination

Though plenty of water is available in front of our eyes

    it doesn't quench one’s thirst

    as if even though one could accumulate lots of material 

    possession in the name of wealth

    one has to leave everything and leave

    with empty-handed when one’s spirit leaves the body  

The beautiful living creatures that survive 

    within the deep oceans has its boundaries and limits 

    within the ocean

    as if though man thinks arrogantly as if he knew everything

    but his limitations are limited to not learning from

    where he comes and where he goes

The ups and downs of the tidal waves, often

    based on the attraction of the moon on earth

    reminds the constant flux or the changing 

     the mood of the mind is not only based on the outside 

    environment and situation but through the

    thought waves that arise within

- And because of the thinking mind, the feelings 

    of the heart affect emotionally based on the 

    movement of the breath, then 

The waves reach the seashore as if it wants to be 
    parted from the ocean but finally bounced back to the
     the sea is like a metaphor for all beings on earth are the
    same part and parcels of nature

- And he cannot be separated from anything 

    though the cookies are made in different forms 

    and shapes but made from the same dough

likewise, though all living beings have different forms 

    and shapes, all are made from the same essence and substance 

    of nature from one single particle - the divine.

1076. Barely do I know

Barely do I know about him,

A distant name from days of old,

In school, we sang his anthem's hymn,

A tale of Bengal's heart and soul.

But then, a twist of fate's decree,

From distant lands, I took my flight,

To shores where English poetry,

Unveiled its beauty, pure and bright.

In libraries of a foreign land,

I delved into the poet's lore,

Shakespeare's sonnets, grand and grand,

And Frost's path not trodden before.

A name appeared in Google's space,

Tagore, from India's sacred soil,

A Nobel soul with gifted grace,

His Gitanjali made hearts uncoil.

He penned the anthem that we sing,

For India, Bangladesh, and more,

A polymath in arts took the wing,

A Renaissance man to the core.

Shantiniketan, his dream's abode,

Where minds and nature intertwined,

His verses, like a river, flowed,

Through time and space, forever bind.

"The Gardener" in hands I held,

A silent room, the page revealed,

A voice from the past, its echo swelled,

His words are like truth, forever sealed.

"Who are you, reader?" he inquired,

Across the span of ages vast,

His question, like a spark, transpired,

A conversation through time's glass.

I gathered memories, fragrant, sweet,

From vanished blooms of years gone by,

His verses made my heart complete,

A living joy, no longer shy.

And as his verses touched my soul,

A change ignited deep within,

In free verse's realm, I found my goal,

A poet's journey to begin.

Through Tagore's eyes, I saw the world,

Connected with the earth's embrace,

In nature's beauty, life unfurled,

In every line, I found my place.

1075. Education

In a world of vast possibilities and dreams,

Where knowledge reigns and wisdom gleams,

"The saying 'teach a man to fish,'" it proclaims,

Empowering souls to break free from life's chains.

Education, the beacon that lights the way,

Guiding hearts toward a brighter day,

Unveiling truths, dispelling false beliefs,

A pathway to liberation, a source of relief.

Once, echoes on mountains were thought divine,

God's voice resonating, a heavenly sign,

But education's light pierced through the haze,

Revealing the wonders of nature's maze.

Across seas and skies, connections unfold,

Uniting cultures, stories yet untold,

Diverse tongues, customs, and traditions embrace,

Enriching our lives, weaving a tapestry of grace.

In the depths of space, a mystery awaits,

Extraterrestrial life, beyond our gates,

Education fuels the quest, ignites our desire,

To explore new frontiers, fueling hope's fire.

As Avvaiyar wisely spoke ages past,

Numerals and alphabets, knowledge amassed,

They are the eyes that open our sights,

Guiding us towards progress, shining bright.

Education breaks down barriers, defies old norms,

Empowering women, embracing all forms,

A tool of empowerment, the key to success,

A path to prosperity we must never suppress.

So let us march forward, hand in hand,

With education's power, let us take a stand,

For in its embrace, we shall surely find,

A world transformed, enlightened minds aligned.

Meaning:

The saying "teach a man to fish" highlights the importance of empowering individuals to become self-sufficient and not depend on others for their basic needs. Education serves a similar purpose enabling people to break free from an uncivilized lifestyle, stimulating their thinking, promoting civility, and preparing them for the futuristic world.

In the past, people used to believe that echoes from mountains were the voice of God and worshipped them. However, education has dispelled many such misconceptions and false beliefs.

The advancement in sea routes and airplanes has united people from different cultures, languages, and traditions. This has enriched our lives in ways we never thought possible. The possibility of finding extraterrestrial life is no longer just a fantasy.

Education shapes individuals' perspectives and influences their families, which, in turn, affects the nation. As the renowned Tamil poet "Avvaiyar" once said, knowledge of numerals and alphabets is like having two eyes.

In conclusion, education has broken stereotypes and provided equal opportunities for women and men to learn and grow. Education is the key to unlocking prosperity for individuals, their families, and nations. It is an essential tool for success in today's world, and we must strive to make it available to everyone.

1074. On a Snowy Day

Merrily, merrily children

are building the snowmen

Merrily, merrily the adults

are shoveling the layered snow

Merrily, merrily children
are engraving snow angels

Merrily, merrily the adults

are cleaning the car

Merrily, merrily children
are throwing the snowballs

Merrily, merrily the adults

are spreading the snow salts

Merrily, merrily children
are playing in the puddle

Merrily, merrily the adults

are pondering about the day's muddle

1073. Generations

Joy is to live along with the older generations, to learn how to survey

happy is to live along with the new generations, to learn how to thrive

bliss is being along with fellow ages, to be joyful

1072. Immortality

Let me meditate 

upon 

my wisdom

and 

seek asylum 

with 

the absolute

to 

attain 

eternal peace 

of 

immortality

1071. Enlighten

Spiritual takes over all intelligence
In understanding, only manual is
Extreme Prayer, Meditation, and Yoga
Trust in prayer makes me who I am?
Entertain in yoga, cosmic self-nature
Enlightened those who walked are
Needful to know

1070. The five elements

The five elements outside

is

within