Echoes in the Abyss

I'm a pearl in a seashell, but for the world, nothing 
Just like those stars, which at a full-moon night, are nothing.

As wind deceives a little leaf, it falls down dancing 
on the mud, others play clarion, it gets nothing 

Heard that the shine of your Gazelle eyes embarrassed the
Moon last night, for in front of you her light was nothing

I dream to walk on sand hand in hand beneath the stars
Watch the dawn at shore, but my dreams to you are nothing

Your love for me should've been enough for me O’ Lord 
But my cravings for more always lead me to nothing 

In desert I walk, follow a track apart from all 
But instead of Oasis, it takes me to Nothing 

Death could be our mother to the other world, but we
can't be gods there either______all this Labor for nothing

Now you stand here Paghunda, confuse, melancholic 
In the middle of Abyss, in center of nothing

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Kauffman Avatar
February 9, 2024 at 11:41 AM
What a wonderful expansion on "nothing," Paghunda. This is a marvel of poetic craftmanship on the theme with a twist as the end of each line. Wonderfully done. Congratulations on your win. Blessings!
Kendrick Avatar
February 7, 2024 at 5:08 AM
Congratulations on your winning work. Way to go. Sara K
Riabi Dziri Avatar
September 25, 2020 at 3:16 AM
Nothing is but a great work of beauty and depth! I so much enjoyed the way you displayed your inner thoughts unveiling a remarkable human soul and a world of wonders and mysteries that is an iota in front of what is beyond our power and control.. a great Ghazal! I enjoyed reading your poetry, Paghunda! My warmest wishes. Regards and blessings.
Zahid Avatar
November 2, 2020 at 7:50 AM
Thank you for your kind comment Bisma
Daniel Avatar
September 18, 2020 at 11:03 PM
Deep thoughts presented beautifully, Paghunda:)
Zahid Avatar
January 8, 2021 at 2:30 AM
Cheers Jo
Kendrick Avatar
September 12, 2020 at 9:52 AM
These are not so easy to write but you have done a good job. Reads like a good contender for the contest. I always have to go back to instructions on the proper way to write many forms because my memory fails me now. Thanks for dropping by my page. Sara
Zahid Avatar
September 20, 2020 at 2:07 PM
We both are sailing the same boat Sara :) Though I am young but my brain is quite old lol. I have started writing for contests lately, because these contests not only inspire you to pen something, but also they make you try a different form. We are learning a lot you see. Purpose is not to win, but to learn. One day (like somewhere in 2080), I will become a great poet lol. Thank you!
Proxenos Avatar
September 5, 2020 at 1:26 AM
Pagunda, I still have not tried mine and I truly love this poem but never having written one, I don't quite know what is expected of us. Having said that, I think yours sounds brilliant and I a am crossing fingers and toes for a win, you certainly deserve one my friend, Blessings, and hugs, Jennifer. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Zahid Avatar
September 20, 2020 at 2:08 PM
Thanks Jef
Dietrich Avatar
September 4, 2020 at 1:38 PM
wow, amazing ghazal-ing!! For me a FAVE
Zahid Avatar
September 20, 2020 at 2:10 PM
Thanks
Buehler Avatar
September 2, 2020 at 9:24 PM
A beautiful Ghazal! Best wishes for the contest. :)
Zahid Avatar
September 20, 2020 at 2:09 PM
I reciprocate the same to you
Wolf Avatar
September 1, 2020 at 2:09 PM
You get an 'A' for going for it, Paghunda! Here's to a win for you in the contest too! Keep the Faith, Gershon
Zahid Avatar
September 18, 2020 at 1:04 PM
Didn't write it for a win. But wanted to try this form for a long time. Thanks to the sponsor for making me write this piece. Anyway thanks a lot. Be blessed!
Rose  Avatar
September 1, 2020 at 11:47 AM
at times we don't appreciate the stars in front of your eyes cuz we are blinded by the moon, Nicely written gl in the contest dear pot.
Zahid Avatar
September 4, 2020 at 10:05 PM
Yeah, you are right. The same stars which amaze you often at night, won't even get your attention in the presence of a full moon, they are almost invisible.
Romios Avatar
September 1, 2020 at 11:24 AM
Love this creation. I f'ind it quite beautiful! I constantly doubt my Poetry. Keep going at it, you're more than good! Panagiota
Zahid Avatar
September 4, 2020 at 10:02 PM
Thanks :)
Horsman Avatar
August 31, 2020 at 11:23 PM
A non-poet hey? What i read in front of me now, is poetry, wonderful poetry.
Zahid Avatar
September 2, 2020 at 8:02 AM
Haha if you say so... Thanks!
Ray Choudhury Avatar
August 31, 2020 at 5:24 PM
Loved your Ghazal - it's excellent! Your poem has the essence of ghazal, which is usually love, longing, and loss. Thanks for a beautiful one!
Zahid Avatar
September 2, 2020 at 8:01 AM
Thanks Malabika.
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