Song Of A Serpent Poem by Subbaraman N V

I sing in delight with pride that I am the bed for Lord Vishnu
I am not that inimical to the living beings as I
Am portrayed to be- I do no harm to others unless I am
Provoked- I sing a hiss and protect myself from any harm.

My song has something for the humans- you are of course stronger
Out of fear raze not my home with my kids- as we are weaker
Snake charmers make a living with us as we dance to their tune
Provide joy to the onlooking children and elders-give fortune.

Lord, the Almighty has created you and we the serpents
To live in peace and harmony with each other-with a penchant
And be grateful to the Protector-AdhiSesha Sayana
One of the trinities in the Universe created by them.