Thursday, August 18, 2016

Taj Mahal Comments

Rating: 2.8

A prayer in pure white marble,
It raises up the soul
Through halls and minarets and domes
Towards a crescent moon
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Tom Billsborough
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Valsa George 20 August 2016

Being an Indian, I was drawn by the title......! Yes, it is one of the marvels of architecture.... I am sure you are impressed by it....! A monument of love... 'A tear drop in the cheek of eternity'... that's how Tagore.. the famous Indian poet has described it! Enjoyed this beautiful poem!

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Tom Billsborough 20 August 2016

Yes the tear reference was an acknowledgement of Tagore's wonderful phrase. Is there a more beautiful building in the world? I think the pool capturing its reflection adds an even greater spiritual dimension. Thank you, Valsa.

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