Category Archives: Mahadevi Varma

Poems written by Mahadevi Varma

LISTEN FRIEND – अतिथि से

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

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

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INTIMACY – मिलन

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

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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RIGHTS – अधिकार

Never does the flower smile Come to those who wilt, Nor does the North star Extinguish those who shine.

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