I knew the greedy traveller very well,
He travelled throughout his life
In search of wealth and affluence,
He succeeded in his mission
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'The money that we possess is the instrument of liberty, that which we lack and strive to obtain is the instrument of slavery.' Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Although not Hindu I feel that the last step of a Brahmin to become a sanyasi giving up all their wealth to wander as a beggar in the streets is learning step that would be good for all.
Riches are nothing, if it is not used for the most needy person. And what worth is a sacrifice, if the person for whom we make it does not deserve it! What life is it if we live oblivious of the one who needs your care around you.
A beautiful and meaningful poem.A wake up call to those who always in search of material wealth. A well crafted poem.
Only a true and virtuous human being can understand the value of sacrifice in life! This is truly a great poem from your pen dear Anjandev! I value this poem a lot. I find a kind of solace when I read this poem. Moreover, this poem provides us a glimpse of the personality of the poet.God bless you.
amassed a lot of wealth, But his greed never diminished, It increased days after days, Gradually the covetous wayfarer became weary and frustrated, The great question: of What use is this riches? sublime and noble theme. tony
This is an excellent poem dear Anjandev! I never hesitate to visit this cute little poem time and again!
We are all travelers in life We all run after a request or a goal But we do not know is it worth it or not? When the departure time comes It is too late for a decision But the greedy person in this poem was able in the end to correct his big mistake and made real happiness. Thanks and deserves 5 stars
" What's the utility of the riches, if it can not give peace and stability in my life? " Therefore one day he donated all his wealth
Very fine poem on sacrifice. I would invite you to read my poems (I have five of them) but my account is new and Poem Hunter has not activated them yet. I don't understand this. I thought people would be able to read them at once when they were posted!
A wonderful work....my pleasure revisiting this magnificent poem!
Thus the tired traveler became truly relieved at the end/He understood the value of sacrifice in life....great expression! A very commendable piece of poetry............................10
Every human wheather rich or poor, needs humanity
Once again well delivered! Great and profound message : )