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[title] => O Mother, forgive me please!
[time] => 2004-03-08 00:45:16
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[bodytext] => O mother of the universe, never have I worshipped
Thee with mystic charms, nor have I read holy word
Neither do I sing hymns of praise, but I call on Thee
O Mother, in my distress, to take refuge at Thy feet!
Owing to my poverty and laziness I have not cared
To do what I ought to have done. O Mother beloved
What ever faults of omission I might’ve committed
Forgive me, for a bad son may some times be born
But there is never a bad mother; let my sins be burnt!
Thou hast many worthy sons on earth; but amongst
Them I’m most insignificant, yet Mother, Thou can’t
Forsake me, since I’ve taken refuge at Thy lotus feet!
I have abandoned the worship of all other gods and
Now I’m more than eighty years of age, if Thou wilt
Not even now bestow thy grace, in who else I shall
Take refuge, O Thou, Mother of the Lord of hosts
Thou Aparna stainless Goddess, even an out cast
Speaks sweet words, even a beggar roles without
Fear over crores of gold pieces mere hearing Thy
Mystic word-symbols, then, who can say what fruits
Would result from proper repetition of Thy mantras!
I have no desire for sex nor for wealth and knowledge;
Neither am I desirous of liberation, O moon faced one,
But this much I beg of thee that my life be spent reciting
Siva, Siva-Bhavaani, Rudraani, Mridani, Kaali, Himavati
O Durga, ocean of mercy, in my distresses I call on Thee
Think not that I am a cheat, for it is natural that children
Afflicted with hunger and thirst remember their Mother
And there is no wonder if thou should be full of mercy
For me, for a Mother does not forsake her son even
If he has innumerable faults. O Mother of universe!
There is not such a sinner like me, neither such
A destroyer of sins like Thee, having known
All this, do as Thou think fit to be done!
OM Hrim OM, OM Tat Sat OM
(From Sri Adi Sankara)
8-3-2004
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O Mother, forgive me please!
Contributed by
venkat
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Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 12:45:16 AM in AEST
Topic:
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O mother of the universe, never have I worshipped
Thee with mystic charms, nor have I read holy word
Neither do I sing hymns of praise, but I call on Thee
O Mother, in my distress, to take refuge at Thy feet!
Owing to my poverty and laziness I have not cared
To do what I ought to have done. O Mother beloved
What ever faults of omission I might’ve committed
Forgive me, for a bad son may some times be born
But there is never a bad mother; let my sins be burnt!
Thou hast many worthy sons on earth; but amongst
Them I’m most insignificant, yet Mother, Thou can’t
Forsake me, since I’ve taken refuge at Thy lotus feet!
I have abandoned the worship of all other gods and
Now I’m more than eighty years of age, if Thou wilt
Not even now bestow thy grace, in who else I shall
Take refuge, O Thou, Mother of the Lord of hosts
Thou Aparna stainless Goddess, even an out cast
Speaks sweet words, even a beggar roles without
Fear over crores of gold pieces mere hearing Thy
Mystic word-symbols, then, who can say what fruits
Would result from proper repetition of Thy mantras!
I have no desire for sex nor for wealth and knowledge;
Neither am I desirous of liberation, O moon faced one,
But this much I beg of thee that my life be spent reciting
Siva, Siva-Bhavaani, Rudraani, Mridani, Kaali, Himavati
O Durga, ocean of mercy, in my distresses I call on Thee
Think not that I am a cheat, for it is natural that children
Afflicted with hunger and thirst remember their Mother
And there is no wonder if thou should be full of mercy
For me, for a Mother does not forsake her son even
If he has innumerable faults. O Mother of universe!
There is not such a sinner like me, neither such
A destroyer of sins like Thee, having known
All this, do as Thou think fit to be done!
OM Hrim OM, OM Tat Sat OM
(From Sri Adi Sankara)
8-3-2004
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venkat
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by Ilhar on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 12:59:30 AM AEST
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impressive
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by ladyfawn on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 01:04:10 AM AEST
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very beautifully written venkat, as always, this one intrigues me though, it almost forms the shape of a vase, i can imagine flowers and lotus blossoms in it, simply beautiful:) hugs n' love nessa
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by arden on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 01:11:55 AM AEST
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beautifully done. i loved this. really great write.
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by Rakerman1999 on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 01:19:00 AM AEST
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Sir, you are the master of this type of poetry.
Well done
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by shelby on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 02:02:47 AM AEST
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Venkat this is splendid so brilliant
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by Whisper on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 02:10:22 AM AEST
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That is beatiful. Mornfully so.
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by DreamWeaver on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 03:06:22 AM AEST
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| I agree with Nessa and noticed the shape of the vase too, imagining it also filled with lotus blossoms ... I am always impressed, venkat, with your ability to rise above mortal failings and worship like you do ... impressive write ... Jan |
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by emystar on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 03:49:52 AM AEST
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Very impressive writing.
It shows humbleness plus strength.
Luv, huggs,
emy |
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by Jenni_Kalicharan on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 06:58:43 AM AEST
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I love the form this took....It was magnificent!!
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by LOWMAN613 on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 09:55:54 AM AEST
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| Just beautifully done in every line! Christina |
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by bernard on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 12:37:29 PM AEST
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| Well Done a brilliant write. bernard. |
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by Kie on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 01:12:02 PM AEST
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| You are the master of poetic expression. Every time I read your poems I find myself at a loss on how to leave an intelligent comment. I'm just in awe and I wonder how does he write masterpieces consequtively over and over? Oh to have your talent for a day! I could rule the world. This poem was filled with so much emotion, very strong write filled with deep emotion. Kie |
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by Former_Member on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 03:53:06 PM AEST
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My inspired friend, the powerful love and devotion shouts from this piece. It is truly beautiful.
Rita |
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by twinkletoes on
Monday, 8th March 2004 @ 09:22:36 PM AEST
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Have you been reading my mind dear venkat? This is not an unusual prayer I am glad to know....now. Hope you get through the tough time ok.
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by Former_Member on
Tuesday, 9th March 2004 @ 05:31:03 PM AEST
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Oh humble man of words. The strength behind your faith is obvious. You plant an impression in the minds of those who read your words and leave us speechless. I respect you for your fervent pleas in your faith. May all man see the light that shines forth from you and gain. Bows to you,honorable friend. Find peace.
Angel always...godspeed...~joni~ |
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by Hurretje on
Wednesday, 24th March 2004 @ 06:25:38 AM AEST
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This is like drinking divinity from a chalice (form of your poem).
Beautiful.
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by thumper on
Thursday, 25th March 2004 @ 02:07:14 AM AEST
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I find this a touching tribute (plea?). Also, it must just be me, but I see the shape of a woman in this. Your writing is inspiring and so far above the drivel that I put out, that I am embarassed to think you even read my posts.
Humbly,
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Re: O Mother, forgive me please!
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by Former_Member on
Saturday, 17th April 2004 @ 06:15:59 AM AEST
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I'm sure your forgiven with a write as exceptional as this.
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