Vijay Pandit Poet Personification

Terra Incognita

Peering beyond reach of human capacity
I revolve around the sun in a solar orbit,
Looking deep in space for origins of bygone
Going way beyond anyone has ever gone,
Exploring unknown world of astronomy
Searching light from first stars and galaxies
Traversing back in time where it all began,
Forming our universe after the Big-Bang.

Some 13.6 billion light-years my eyes reach,
Studying evolution, formation of galaxies,
Vast, colorful, mysterious shapes and sizes,
Eying origins of life and planetary systems
Probing, discovering, unfathomable infinity,
For one light-year equals six trillion miles~
A feat, only for the confidence of audacity.

I capture images spectacular to every sight,
Viewing light that is invisible to human eye
Locating nebulae, gas planets, dust clouds,
Collision of galaxies where stars are born,
Traversing back in time where it all began,
Probing galactic universe~ terra incognita.

No longer a phantasy, I am real as can be,
An eye of science and a mind of curiosity,
Intellectual tenacity and proof of ingenuity,
In acumen and wisdom of Astrophysicists,
I am the bold vision of infrared astronomy,
I am the flight vying hypnotic destination
Buoying on wings of scholarly inspiration.

Much is yet undone, for I have just begun,
Orbiting diligently until my work is done,
Until dreams become reality of my mission.

For insight into creation, I am the ray of hope~
I am the James Webb Space Telescope.

August 28, 2022
Placed 1st: This or That, Vol 13 Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Edward Ibeh
Title chosen: Terra Incognita

Note: NASA launched James Webb Telescope on December 25, 2021.
Images are being released starting July 12, 2022.
You can view the spectacular images at: Webb.nasa.gov
Webb is an international program led by NASA with its partners
European Space Agency and Canadian Space Agency.

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Andrea Dietrich September 9, 2022 at 7:59 PM Gosh, I could never attempt such a poem as this. So much information of which I am totally in the dark. Information made poetic!

Harry Horsman September 7, 2022 at 12:20 AM You have managed to take me with you, Vijay, the journey special and so poetic. love this.

Jennifer Proxenos September 6, 2022 at 7:25 AM With your talented style and eloquent phrases and vocabulary Vijay, you present many topics and situations in breathtaking poetry - the Big Bang hoever fascinates me as 7 in the Bible can mean 7 trillion years. And as for the telescope, how Science has jumped in leaps and bounds in the last 80 years - NASA is full of surprises, what will come to light with this huge telescope, searching space and galaxies beyond this galaxy. What a wonderful write Vijay, Just up my street. Hugs and Blessings, JENNIFER.

Sara Kendrick September 5, 2022 at 9:16 AM Very informative work about this telescope that is out there somewhere. I think I have seen some of the pictures it has taken. It is amazing what science can do, but we have to remember it was God Who created it all for mankind to explore. Thanks for sharing this one and for visiting my page with a nice comment. Sara

Valsa George September 5, 2022 at 1:51 AM Once again back to your wonderful poem with Congratulations on your well deserved top win.

Sotto Poet September 4, 2022 at 5:04 PM Back with big Congratulations on your win, which was certainly deserved.

Linda Alice Fowler September 4, 2022 at 10:14 AM Back with huge congratulations on your top win Vijay! Linda

Edward Ibeh September 4, 2022 at 10:00 AM Heartiest congratulations on your top win with this outstanding poem, Vijay:-). Have a blessed Sunday!

Robert Lindley September 3, 2022 at 5:16 PM Truly a masterpiece of poetic creation and imagery. This universe with its trillions of galaxies and never ending vastness encapsulated into a majestic creation my friend. Definitely an original and gleaming gem! A fav. God bless.. Vijay Pandit September 4, 2022 at 6:11 AM So special to hear that from a gifted poet like you Robert. I am honored by your visit and by your FAVE. Much appreciate your kind remarks. Many thanks.

Linda Alice Fowler September 3, 2022 at 7:37 AM This is an inspiring write Vijay, and a fav for me. I worked at the Superconducting Super Collider Laboratory in Waxahachie, Texas translating documents before it was shut down. It was a fascinating job and you have brought back wondrous memories for me! Thank you for sharing! Linda Vijay Pandit September 4, 2022 at 6:10 AM Yes--that world is truly fascinating, Linda. You had a first hand insight into that world. Much appreciate your kind remarks and especially your FAVE. Many thanks.

Mystic Rose Rose September 2, 2022 at 8:04 AM I can see you are a ray of hope for future poets :) another winning trophy for you, by me :) Vijay Pandit September 4, 2022 at 6:07 AM Many thanks my friend. Much appreciate your visit and comments.

Bill Baker August 31, 2022 at 1:11 PM A wonder personification of the James Webb Telescope, Vijay. I loved the information and wonder you've shared with us. Excellent poetry and great entry for the contest, my friend. Shouldn't need luck with thie entry. You touched my heart with the wonders of the universe. Have a great week! This is another FAV for my list. Bill Vijay Pandit September 1, 2022 at 4:58 AM Glad you enjoyed the journey through space. Much appreciate your visit and detailed remarks, as always, Bill. Many thanks for your kind presence on Poetry Soup my friend.

Brandy Nicole August 30, 2022 at 6:35 PM "For insight into creation, I am the ray of hope." I find that so fascinating. There's so much we can learn about our world, and what's beyond space. I'm looking through this telescope, while reading your words. Thank you Vijay, for taking me on this journey. :) Brandy Vijay Pandit September 1, 2022 at 4:50 AM So glad to hear that my friend. Those images are coming in every day and expanding our knowledge of the universe. Much appreciate, as always, Brandy. Many thanks.

Sotto Poet August 30, 2022 at 2:29 PM What a fantastic achievement it is to combine information about astronomy with scientific truths! I had no idea that it was going to turn out to be the monologue of a space telescope. You have done a wonderful job of capturing visuals for all of us to observe and appreciate. Great metaphors I have always been attracted by pictures or depictions of the grandeur of the universe. Best for a win Vijay Pandit September 1, 2022 at 4:48 AM Thank you my friend for your detailed, insightful remarks. Much appreciate your visit and comments. Many thanks, Lasaad.

Heidi Sands August 30, 2022 at 6:42 AM Wow, your intelligence and muse shine in this poem about the telescope. A Fave again Vijay. Well done!! :) Vijay Pandit August 30, 2022 at 12:59 PM So very special to hear that from you, Heidi. Much appreciate your presence on Soup and on my page. Always a pleasure to read your comments. Many thanks for your feedback--and so precious to receive your FAVE.

Mike Gentile August 30, 2022 at 5:21 AM So interesting Vijay, the earth speaking for itself!!! I hope it's true that " I have just begun"!! What a great read!! Happy Tuesday !! Vijay Pandit August 30, 2022 at 5:56 AM It's about the Webb telescope launched by NASA recently. Much appreciate your visit and comments, Mike. Many thanks.

Demetrios Trifiatis August 29, 2022 at 6:44 AM A superb writing, my dearest friend, Vijay: Illuminating, and profound,. A FAVE for me. God bless you! Vijay Pandit August 29, 2022 at 8:09 AM So nice to hear that--especially from a learned poet like you, Demetrios. Much appreciate your visit and kind remarks my friend. A very special thank you for the FAVE.

Tom Cunningham August 29, 2022 at 1:50 AM Brilliant writing Vijay, what an amazing journey you take us on, space exploration has always fascinated me and those images are, excuse the pun, out of this world. Best of luck. Tom Vijay Pandit August 29, 2022 at 8:07 AM It a fascinating journey-- looking back to the origins. Much appreciate your visit and comments, Tom. Thank you for your presence on Poetry Soup.

Victor Buhagiar August 28, 2022 at 11:12 PM I have always been fascinated by views of the vastness of the universe, Great pictures. Vijay Pandit August 29, 2022 at 8:06 AM Many thanks Victor. Much appreciate feedback.

Valsa George August 28, 2022 at 10:52 PM What a wonderful creation, mixing sceintific facts and astronomical knowledge ! Never anticipated that it is the soliloquy of a Space Telescope. Great visuals you have captured for us to view and enjoy ! This amazing exploration into the outer space- the terra incognita- is much enjoyed ! All the Best in the contest, Vijay ! Vijay Pandit August 29, 2022 at 8:05 AM Yes, indeed! This NASA project is awe-inspiring. Much appreciate your visit and comments, Valsa. Many thanks.

Michael Tor August 28, 2022 at 8:17 PM Vijay your rendition of the James Webb Telescope visions are wonderful sights to experience. You have brought the reader to see through your marvelous visuals. A fine entry for the contest my friend. Love your imagination and creativity in this one Vijay... Vijay Pandit August 29, 2022 at 8:02 AM You are so very kind my friend--spreading goodwill on Poetry Soup. Much appreciate your visit and thoughtful feedback, Michael. Many thanks.

David Kavanagh August 28, 2022 at 3:28 PM The James Webb images are sharp and breathtaking, as indeed your poem is Vijay, I really hope the telescope finds something synthetic, but realistically it probably won’t, unmanned one back to the moon this week, I’m looking forward to the high resolution pictures, wonderful writing cheers David Vijay Pandit August 29, 2022 at 8:00 AM Delighted and honored by your visit, David. I share your interest in Webb's exploration. Much appreciate your visit and comments. Many thanks.