Ode To Holy Ganga- Constanza

Oh Ganga! river so revered
your holiness purifies deep
if thy essence we let in seep.

From lord Shiva's hair you appeared
down the mighty Himalayas
quenching the thirsty souls pious.

Yamuna, Saraswati neared
to merge with you at Triveni
Sangam of pilgrimage many.

Together all joyously cheered
by peasants and boatmen alike
before in sea you slowly dyke.

Your ambrosial waters so cleared
granting boon to even sinners
writing history of winners

Oh Ganga! river so revered
From lord Shiva's hair you appeared
Yamuna, Saraswati neared
Together all joyously cheered
Your ambrosial waters so cleared.

Note:
Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati rivers' confluence takes place at Triveni near Allahabad. This confluence is also called Sangam in Hindi.

25.7.2020
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Radhakrishna Avatar
September 8, 2020 at 11:30 AM
This is such a wonderful tribute to one of the greatest rivers in the world! Wonder how I missed it! have been to the Ganges! Congrats on your win! One should know Ganges to appreciate its power and spiritual strength!
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 8, 2020 at 10:11 AM
I love this Constanza Mohan. I love India too and I am Faving this inspiring piece. You have honored my form with this Wonderful poem. Thank you so much. Congratulations on your placement in Joseph’s contest. Blessings xxoo
May Avatar
September 6, 2020 at 11:00 AM
Wonderful write Mohan, Congrats on your win..
Dutta Avatar
July 26, 2020 at 9:32 PM
My hometown is beside River Ganges, still staying close to Ganga. My great reverence to the holy river. Blessings
Chutani Avatar
July 27, 2020 at 6:34 AM
Thanx Anisha for your visit. Is it Kolkata?
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