I am a Bunyan tree, full of magic and grace
Nestling in the slopping ridge of a valley
From a tiny seed dropped by a bird, I grew
Into immeasurable size with a verdant crown
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How i missed this beautiful poem on the banyan tree, Glad i found it now. Both the poem and the picture is beautiful. So is the poetess who has written it. One of my favourite trees, Valsa. Is it spelt as 'Bunyan'?
A wonderful tree and a magnificent poem to match it. It seems incredible that it is one tree and it plays host to so many creatures. I love poems about trees. One of my favourites is by Paul Valery, the French poet, to a Plane Tree (au platane) . We have several trees in our garden. I love the different shades of green and the shadows they create. Great poem
Oh, that tree beckons me to climb among its branches and probe its mysterious leafy center. You write with love and cheer about the tree and its friends, the squirrels and the birds. This is such a happy poem penned from a happy heart and read by your readers with a happy soul!
No wonder Valsa, Bunyan tree is growing, blooming and spreading its essence everywhere. Beautiful write on our national tree. Loved the way you presented it.
A mighty poem of banyan tree proportions. You have drawn an astounding portrait with clever strokes of your pen and command over an immense vocabulary. (10)
A fine poem on the life and services of the National Tree.
Very poetic. I perfectly like it when poems are written from perspective. The poem is poetic and educational at the same time. Let that tree forever be. The picture is breath taking too.
So happy to see Valsa back and be able to enjoy her marvelous poem. Banyan tree is so magnificent. This picture reminded the one I recently saw in Puducherry near Matrimandir. So beautiful! Welcome back Valsa. Long time back I wrote a sort of story poem on Banyan tree called ' Ashwatha Tree '. Please do read it when you get a chance.
An amazing personification of a tree, a tree that reminds us of Almighty God, who provides shelter and His provisions are open to all His creatures. On the other hand it symbolizes a human saint who serves all the creatures irrespective of their color, cast, creed or religion. Recently such a man Abdul Sattar Edhi passed away in Pakistan. Through out his life he served humanity and donated his entire body. After his death his eyes were found useful and a blind person can now see the world through his eyes.
Thank you so much Akhtarji.... for giving wider dimensions to my poem! !
Very wonderful write like most of your poems.The banyan tree is like the head of a big joint family loving, caring and supporting all the members under his care.Thanks for sharing such a marvelous poem.
Bunyan tree is full of magic and grace and we have lots of memories with this tree. Very interesting poem beautifully narrated definitely...10
A beautiful tribute to the great tree. It is inspiring to live like a bunyan tree with roots in the ground.
Old Bunyan witness the creation, rise and fall, creation and devastation of all natural phenomenon. A very worthy poem and descriptive write. Thanks for sharing. Regards.
Marvellous descriptive write from your poetic pen. The banyan tree has always fascinated me. Its sprawling presence is truly powerful. Once again a very skillful use of language and expression by you. I love trees and they are real inspiration for poets. I love this piece from you. It's written with poetic flair n finesse that is truly enviable. Full marks to you Valsa.
Bunyan tree is the symbol of wisdom in India. It survives for thosands of years. The philosophy behind it is very vividly described by the poetess. Excellent poem.
Your poetic versatility has done justice to this tree Such a pleasure reading your splendid write that flows so free Thanks Valsa-10
A beautifully envisioned captivating soliloquy unfolding the magical charm of a nature's manifestation alongwith it's benevolence and bounty. Enjoyed the poem. Thanks for sharing. 10 points. Regards.
Perhaps a humble tree, yet you capture the noble and regal parts of the personality so well. The Bunyan discovers life through this verse. A great poem, Valsa.