A Journey to Light. Tuesday's Inspiration 24, to my Friend Rosina Khan
Manatita is an esteemed author living in London, UK. He writes spiritual books, flash fiction and esoteric poetry, his favourite genre.
On Flowers
Flowers are the Light of the Beloved, expressing their kaleidoscope of beauty to the Hearts of receptive souls. They offer their splendour, redolence and above all, humility and sacrifice, to the service of Love in humanity.
Burgundy Roses
Burgundy Flowers. A Regular Sonnet
Burgundy roses, shinning in meadows,
Colours of beauty, for weddings; for Love.
Thorns to protect these grandiose heroes,
Redolence of Jasmines, straight from above.
Peonies, dahlias and red garland thrills,
Purple lavenders and orchids galore.
Cute Lilac lilies in aubergine fields,
Magenta tulips and rainbows in flow.
Pink raven sunflowers; exotic smells,
Burgundy Hollyhocks; blossoming pride.
Blooming perennials, weaving their spells,
Magical camellias, where love abides.
Butterflies dancing in glorious Light,
Souls filled with tear-drops in joyful delight.
-Manatita, The Lantern Carrier. 21st September, 2021
A Journey to Light. A Free-style Sonnet
Walking alone in this labyrinth of confusion,
I relied on my own strength to see me through.
All seemed lost, however, as my pace became
Shorter and shorter, forcing the ego to diminish.
Alone in my desperate need, I cried out to the
Indigo moon, even as the night swallowed me in
Darkness; yet she revealed herself, emanating a
Magnificent lustre, to a soul dying for the Light.
Now I lay this Temple, on her compassionate lap, as the
Light dances, feeding my core with celestial music. Love,
The sweet fuel of my oxygen, whispers to Orion, imparting
Its luminance to my breath; lifting my veil of shadowy fears.
Now I sail on the wings of silvery Light,
You feeding this tavern with Ecstasy-Delight.
-Manatita, The Lantern Carrier. 21st September, 2021
Thought for Today, by Manatita
The purity of a snow-white Heart and the dynamic flame of the soul's aspiration, are the beginning and the end of the journey.
Wisdom from the Master
"When we look at a flower, the beauty, we have to feel inside our Hearts, the same flower. Afterwards we have to feel that the Heart, has become the flower. That Heart-flower has fragrance in infinite measure and God created the beauty and fragrance of the flower..." - Sri Chinmoy
Light
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Comments
manatita44 (author) from london on September 25, 2021:
Yes. Super-excellent!!
Srushti Gamit on September 24, 2021:
Thank you so much Manatita!!!
Glad to know that you liked it.
manatita44 (author) from london on September 24, 2021:
Thank you, Srushti. I see that you wrote a very powerful poem recently. Awesome!
Srushti Gamit on September 22, 2021:
Such a beautiful piece Manatita!!
I enjoyed reading Burgundy Flowers, great tribute to Rosina Khan.
Thanks for sharing
God bless you
manatita44 (author) from london on September 21, 2021:
Thank you, Amara. Salaam!
Amara from Pakistan on September 21, 2021:
Another beautiful piece of write up. Master's quotes are full of wisdom.
Thanks for sharing. Have a great day ;-)
manatita44 (author) from london on September 21, 2021:
Actually, I don't know that she did, but she asked John to. My Heart is spontaneous and I like to follow it. I felt it would help to do another in Sonnet form and covering more burgundy-style flowers. So I did one today. Poetry comes easily to me.
I added another which I also did today, first. Once I finished hers, I used a title to connect the two.
Thank you so much! Appreciations!!
BRENDA ARLEDGE from Washington Court House on September 21, 2021:
Manatita44
What a wonderful tribute to our friend, Rosina.
I am touched that you used the burgundy roses for your poem since she just wrote about them herself.
Using these flowers to show the connection of love within our hearts is beautiful.
There are often times when one is down, feeling weak...but the light shines and gives him the power to keep going.
Wonderful tribute to Rosina.
manatita44 (author) from london on September 21, 2021:
Thank you, Pamela,
You say lovely words always. Appreciated.
Bill, thank you so much!! 'Grace of a ballerina', yes. I've used that one a few times. Peace.
Misbah, thank you for the blessings for Rosina and I. More Love for these beautiful words from you too. I'm happy if they can serve to enhance your Peace. Allah knows you need it! Thank you for loving Guru ji's and my quotes.
You always say such nice things about my work. I write for people to be inspired in a thousand years time. Much Love.
Rosina, I thank you! Very happy you came! Very gracious with your words too. May Allah continue to guide and protect you; grant you Its mercy. Salaam!
Thank you, my sister Li-jen. Amitabha!
Your sentiments are well expressed and felt and I would think, by Rosina too. Endless wishes for your happiness. Peace.
Li-Jen Hew on September 21, 2021:
Hey Manatita. You were thoughtful as you remembered that Rosina Khan seemed to like Burgundy roses! What a wonderful variety of flowers mentioned in the poem. I like how in your second poem, it transitioned nicely to the Light from the Darkness.
Rosina S Khan on September 21, 2021:
Thank you, Manatita, for this beautiful dedication to me. Yes, Burgundy roses are my favorite flowers. I enjoyed all the images which filled my heart. I loved the poetry both on burgundy flowers and light. I am thoroughly impressed and touched. Thank you again. I thank Peggy and all those who will be commenting on this page.
Misbah Sheikh from The World of Rebels. on September 21, 2021:
Splendid! I sometimes struggle to find the appropriate words to express my admiration for your work. These sonnets are really charming, and they're a wonderful tribute to Rosina. She is a lovely friend.
I liked Sri Chinmoy's quote as well as your thought for the day. So wise and beautiful words. Both of your sonnets have a wonderful, magnificent ending couplets that I really loved. I always feel so peaceful whenever I read your poems. Thanks for sharing. Take care and keep smiling. :)
Blessings to you and Rosina
Bill Holland from Olympia, WA on September 21, 2021:
The love fest continues with a wonderful tribute for Rosina. Well-deserved, and delivered with all of the grace of a ballerina. Blessings to you both.
Pamela Oglesby from Sunny Florida on September 21, 2021:
Both of your porms are beautiful The burgandy roses are so lovely and they deserve such a lovely poem. I like "A Journey to Light" too. It paints a beutiful picture when reaching the light.
This is a nice tribute to Rosina, and she deserves these beautiful words.
Blessings for you, Manatita.
manatita44 (author) from london on September 21, 2021:
Peggy, so kind of you! Really appreciate this!
Peggy Woods from Houston, Texas on September 21, 2021:
Rosina should enjoy this dedication to her. You have showered us with thoughts of flowers and light today, and for that I thank you! Enjoy the balance of your week!
