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written 20/04/2024
10 to 12 syllables with aabb rhyme sequence

mirror tells lies when it looks back at you,
image shown is which you already knew,
does not show your thoughts, wisdom, or feelings,
image not truth, however appealing.

the body you inhabit is your dorm,
your name is tag for the physical form,
the self is seeker searching for answers,
search tool is intellect with such powers.

your journey is not of the mind alone,
body ages, dies has no sins to atone,
sins are of active mind that deal with trials,
that deal with challenges and times betrayals!

the true journey is one deep within you,
a passive observer with clear view,
one not affected by any events,
it questions nothing, it makes no comments.

passive observer lives in each of us,
that is part of supreme divine pureness,
dwell in that passive mind to free the self,
past lives are mirages of memory shelf.

it was born the moment of our first cry,
stays with us till the far end when we die,
untainted, untarnished, piece of divine soul,
to merge with eternity, final goal.

your images of past are not images of you,
to such false identities bid adieu,
memories, relations are of physical,
eternal our presence, body ephemeral.

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Date: 5/20/2024 2:22:00 PM
Warmest Congratulations on your Trophy win, Dear Poet. This is a really spiritual, philosophical poem. You have expressed your beliefs with such depth!
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Krish Radhakrishna
Date: 5/20/2024 10:47:00 PM
Thanks Mala! Lovely to have your remarks always! Much appreciate your kind words!:)
Date: 5/19/2024 12:15:00 PM
Very interesting poem Krish, body is just a dorm, and name is just a tag...false identities...
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Krish Radhakrishna
Date: 5/19/2024 12:19:00 PM
Thanks David! This is my deepest belief! I think I am on my path to self realisation!????
Date: 5/4/2024 1:43:00 AM
WOAH. This is the truth that runs deep in our veins - this poem truly is a mirror. the real mirror. amazing. Much love - Hiba
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Krish Radhakrishna
Date: 5/18/2024 9:25:00 AM
Hiba, Thank you very much! Much appreciate your supportive words!!
Date: 4/30/2024 2:11:00 PM
The path you take in poetry reflects the path you take within. I believe it is relative to one's own background. Of course, your immediate surroundings and the larger community also have a role. Congratulations on your top win.
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Krish Radhakrishna
Date: 4/30/2024 9:44:00 PM
well said!! so very true!! Thanks!! I totally agree! This poem reflects my deeper convictions.
Date: 4/30/2024 11:38:00 AM
Congratulations,very intriguing poem!
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Krish Radhakrishna
Date: 4/30/2024 1:44:00 PM
Thanks Karen! Much appreciated!!:)
Date: 4/30/2024 8:17:00 AM
Congratulations on your win! The mirror does lie, blocking the light that lies behind.
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Krish Radhakrishna
Date: 4/30/2024 9:29:00 AM
Thanks David! Appreciate your kindness!
Date: 4/29/2024 10:55:00 PM
"your images of past are not images of you, to such false identities bid adieu, memories, relations are of physical, eternal our presence, body ephemeral" . So very true. Our spirit is eternal and our body is ephemeral. A very profound poem written in beautiful rhyme. Hearty Congratulations Krish, on your trophy win.
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Krish Radhakrishna
Date: 4/30/2024 9:30:00 AM
Thanks Valsa! Delighted to have your kind comments! Pleased you agree with my understanding of life.
Date: 4/20/2024 1:50:00 AM
Dear Krish, Your poem reflects your spiritual path which I believe is influenced by where you are of course in the world as well as your personal journey. It's a very deep poem you have crafted and I enjoyed it. Have a blessed day.
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Krish Radhakrishna
Date: 4/20/2024 3:28:00 AM
Dear Nancy Thank you for your very kind words! I am very lucky to have seen and travelled through all religions in some form or another. I have shared my understanding of it! Your valued observations mean a lot! Thanks once again.
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