Author Archives: Mahadevi Varma

THE WORLD – संसार

Posted on March 21, 2018 by Mahadevi Varma

Echoes of soothing breaths Are broken on restless nights, The strings of sky pearls wane Now breaking and taking flight, Silent eyes depart upon their lonely scattering, Shedding mourning tears for a world flattening!

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LISTEN FRIEND – अतिथि से

Posted on February 12, 2018 by Mahadevi Varma

Spring haunts our lonely empire as Lyrical echoes whistle the blossom, She searches for the quietude Of the lush green pastures. Tree shadow’s hair dances gaily As the sky closes her quiet eyes, She moves towards her dreams Eager to … Continue reading →

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FROM THE LAMP OF DARKNESS – समाधि के दीप से

Posted on June 11, 2017 by Mahadevi Varma

In your lavish azure eyes A deep sky pool appearing, Your content hardened heart Mocks infinite peering;

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INTIMACY – मिलन

Posted on June 7, 2017 by Mahadevi Varma

The sable brushes of moonlight Dip gently into forming dew-drops And create a loving art on rose buds All ready for human stories of love;

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IMMERSION – विसर्जन

Posted on May 21, 2017 by Mahadevi Varma

The Moon opens her long black curls Washing him away with precious lamps, Spring used to say, to free her blossom, – Release value with nectars sweet stamp;

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