(101) (Meera) A Star Is Born Poem by Rajaram Ramachandran
(101) (Meera) A Star Is Born
It was the approach of dawn,
Rupa Goswami of Vrindavan,
Had his usual bath in the chill water
Of the holy Jamuna River.
On the twilight sky, a star,
Not so near, nor too far,
Flew fast in the direction
Of the North-western horizon.
He knew it was a sign
For a star was just born,
The earthly life to share,
In this land, somewhere.
He stood in reverence,
And paid his obeisance
Towards the same direction
For this heavenly mission.
At that time, in Rajasthan,
In the royal Merta Town,
A female baby was born
To Chandramugi, the queen.
Rajputs respected all women,
But mostly preferred men,
As a tribe of warriors,
To fight in the wars.
Her father, Rathan Singh,
The Merta’s ruling King,
Was of different kind,
Having a spiritual mind.
His joy knew no bound,
On seeing this only child,
That was born to them
After a very long time.
Twelve days had passed.
A Pundit was then called
To give her a fair name
That would bring her fame.
For a proper calculation
Her birth star was taken,
And the name was given
As Meera, the limitless one.
Meera, it meant, the boundary,
Or the ocean, alternatively,
Her limitless love for God
And devotion to the Lord.
The child attracted everyone
And their praises she won,
For her face was so fine,
Like the bright moonshine.
How extraordinary that the songs of Meera are still being sung after five hundred years! She is indeed a star. Once again, I appreciate the luminous lyrics of Rajaram Ramachandran and congratulate him for his desire to keep the legends of India alive. Kind regards, Sandra
Through your poem I came to know the meaning of sunshine-name Meera. At this age your passion to bring historical truths through poem of straight words is amazing.
You are a very gifted storyteller! Very original and inspiring poetry. Best wishes. A.
really wonderfull. like the birth of all great avatars a star was send as a messenger to tell the world of the birth of a great poetess who sung on lord. beautifull and a thousand thanks for throwing the light regards surya
this is really an information about meera..thanks for sharing..grace
The essence of and legend of Meera live on through these eternal lines
that's a good poetic start to tell the story of Meera...excellent verses...thanks...10
a very realistic, original poetry.. each line pictured a vivid picture... great story in poetry you shared with us brilliantly you are a gifted one... we can learn a lot from your poetry...very dignified writes thanks for sharing, Sir... 10+++
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This is a beautiful poem....lovely write 10++