A nice perspective on freedom from women’s point of view.
However, i feel freedom is a mind and attitude thing. Sometimes a king may not have as much sense of freedom as a beggar. As long as one is alive absolute freedom is not possible. However, it is possible to get rid of the attachments and the limiting beliefs.
That’s what I tried to convey here. We, women, are bound by a number of shackles. They are instilled in our minds from the very beginning of our life and, that’s how the society works. It becomes very difficult to get rid of them even when a girl grows up. Stil, I hope, one day… we shall overcome… 🙂
Such a wonderful Poem Mani and I am so pleased you reshared it again so that I could read your wisdom here.. Thank you Love and Blessings to you this weekend.. Enjoy
Sue xxx
I have become suspicious of powerful lines because they always reflect the result of the transformation and not always the story of it 🙂 That said, your poetry leaves the reader wondering and inspired at the same time!
“they always reflect the result of the transformation and not always the story of it”- quite a point here, Prajakta…point to ponder over. I would try to see things from this perspective next time… 🙂
Your powerful words empower women, Mani! Here in America, we may have a woman president if all goes well on November 8th. I will remember your poem if and when that day arrives. 😘
Wow, More Power to The Woman.
But really, its just a “handful of women” you may find, who Truly Prove they are Free and Powerful. Mrs Indira Gandhi was one such example of a Free, Powerful Woman.
True that. The shackles are in our minds, they are instilled in our brains by the society. Only a proper education can empower women of this country, can make them truly ‘free’.
One who is labelled as tender as flower should not belabor herself with freedom or power. You’ve hit the nail with this one, and closed with the warning that seeds of freedom would to burst one day. Awesome Maniparna 🙂
Freedom and power – two very crucial elements that subjugate women, positioning them carefully in those rungs of hierarchy from where they cannot liberate themselves…..I like the comparison with the tree although here I am also reminded of Shel Silverstein’s book, The Giving Tree. I urge you to read it. It is a short book, written for children…..but the message is for everyone who reads…..The conclusion to your poem is hopeful….
A very nice poem.
Now I get so many thoughts over freedom. Like, its there and still not there. Or may be its there as a cosmetic term only and not exactly the way it means. Very nicely expressed.. 🙂
The last line, Mani, emphatically equating woman with the creative and regenerative aspect of Nature comes across with tremendous impact, more powerfully poised than the Triumf S-400 anti-aircraft missile launcher.
I liked the poem. The line about not belaboring oneself with freedom or power is exactly the kind of thing male chauvinists often say. I really dislike that kind of patronizing attitude.
You(Women) are as strong and invaluable as all the trees – thank you for all you provide us with – love, support, family etc 🙂 Great poem Maniparna – one of your best, in my humble opinion 🙂
It’s the modern Indian mentality, which binds women in a shackle. Don’t confuse it with the eternal Indian mentality. Adi Shankaracharya was defeated by the wife of Mandan Mishra in Kashi. The Queen of Jhansi was a woman. It’s just the modern mentality (read Dark or Medieval Ages), which bound the women. They say that oppression and dictatorship originates from a fear. During those ages, modern men may be afraid of the power of women, so to contain it, they must have bound her. That doesn’t mean that woman is weak! A caged tiger is still a tiger!
Thanks a lot to both of you, Rakesh and Balroop. 🙂
We have attained ‘modernity’ in so many spheres of life, but still, the notion of infantilizing women is on the full spree. I wonder where the society is heading to…
SUPERB!
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Thanks… ❤
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Always xo
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Powerful words , beautifully penned. More power to you and your pen Maniparna ❤
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Thanks so much Divyakshi…happy Diwali..stay blessed…:-) ❤
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Really beautiful and so meaningful!
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Thanks, Amitji…:-)
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This is really powerful… loved the ending! 🙂
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More power to us… 🙂
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Deep and beautiful, loved the last stanza a lot.
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Glad you liked it, Jyotirmoy… 🙂
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relate, reckon, agree….right message bestie…loved each word 🙂
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That means a lot, bestie… 🙂
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A nice perspective on freedom from women’s point of view.
However, i feel freedom is a mind and attitude thing. Sometimes a king may not have as much sense of freedom as a beggar. As long as one is alive absolute freedom is not possible. However, it is possible to get rid of the attachments and the limiting beliefs.
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That’s what I tried to convey here. We, women, are bound by a number of shackles. They are instilled in our minds from the very beginning of our life and, that’s how the society works. It becomes very difficult to get rid of them even when a girl grows up. Stil, I hope, one day… we shall overcome… 🙂
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Well, I hadn’t read that so thank you for posting again coz it’s beautiful 🙂
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Thanks a lot, Anmol 🙂 Glad you liked it…
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Very true.
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Thanks…
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Thank you so much for the re-run! Important messages for all women at any life stage.
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Thanks, Amy. Glad you liked it… 🙂
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Superb 👍 just awesome!
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Thank you so much!
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Wonderful and powerful!
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Thank you… 🙂
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Such a wonderful Poem Mani and I am so pleased you reshared it again so that I could read your wisdom here.. Thank you Love and Blessings to you this weekend.. Enjoy
Sue xxx
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So happy you liked the poem, Sue. Thanks so much for the encouraging words… 🙂 ❤
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My pleasure Mani xxx
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Awesome poem Maniparna…very inspiring my sister, it reflects your beautiful and strong spirit and soul! God bless!
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Thank you! Your words always make me happy 🙂
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I have become suspicious of powerful lines because they always reflect the result of the transformation and not always the story of it 🙂 That said, your poetry leaves the reader wondering and inspired at the same time!
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“they always reflect the result of the transformation and not always the story of it”- quite a point here, Prajakta…point to ponder over. I would try to see things from this perspective next time… 🙂
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Your powerful words empower women, Mani! Here in America, we may have a woman president if all goes well on November 8th. I will remember your poem if and when that day arrives. 😘
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Yes, all the world is looking forward to November 8th. I wish She wins!
Thank you for your words of appreciation…they made me happy, as always… ❤
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Fingers crossed!
My pleasure, dear friend. ❤
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Wow, More Power to The Woman.
But really, its just a “handful of women” you may find, who Truly Prove they are Free and Powerful. Mrs Indira Gandhi was one such example of a Free, Powerful Woman.
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True that. The shackles are in our minds, they are instilled in our brains by the society. Only a proper education can empower women of this country, can make them truly ‘free’.
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One who is labelled as tender as flower should not belabor herself with freedom or power. You’ve hit the nail with this one, and closed with the warning that seeds of freedom would to burst one day. Awesome Maniparna 🙂
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This is the notion most people hold for women in our country! Sigh!
They actually are afraid of women and their potentialities.
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Sad truth! They either put you on a pedestal or pull you down ..lessening your chances of being on the same ground.
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Absolutely… you nailed it.
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Freedom and power – two very crucial elements that subjugate women, positioning them carefully in those rungs of hierarchy from where they cannot liberate themselves…..I like the comparison with the tree although here I am also reminded of Shel Silverstein’s book, The Giving Tree. I urge you to read it. It is a short book, written for children…..but the message is for everyone who reads…..The conclusion to your poem is hopeful….
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Thanks for the reco, Sunaina. Will surely read the book…children’s books generally have wonderful messages, I like to read them… 🙂
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A very nice poem.
Now I get so many thoughts over freedom. Like, its there and still not there. Or may be its there as a cosmetic term only and not exactly the way it means. Very nicely expressed.. 🙂
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True. The definition of freedom varies from person to person. You’ve rightly said, it’s a ‘cosmetic’ term… 🙂
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The last line, Mani, emphatically equating woman with the creative and regenerative aspect of Nature comes across with tremendous impact, more powerfully poised than the Triumf S-400 anti-aircraft missile launcher.
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Hahaha…the analogy of S-400 anti-aircraft missile launcher was awesome 😀
Thanks a lot for your appreciation… 🙂
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I liked the poem. The line about not belaboring oneself with freedom or power is exactly the kind of thing male chauvinists often say. I really dislike that kind of patronizing attitude.
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Yes, it’s a favourite tool of the MCs. They try to infantilize women in every possible way.
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You(Women) are as strong and invaluable as all the trees – thank you for all you provide us with – love, support, family etc 🙂 Great poem Maniparna – one of your best, in my humble opinion 🙂
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Thanks a lot, Andy!! So glad that you found it as ‘one of my best’…. 🙂
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lovely…..
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Thank you!
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It’s the modern Indian mentality, which binds women in a shackle. Don’t confuse it with the eternal Indian mentality. Adi Shankaracharya was defeated by the wife of Mandan Mishra in Kashi. The Queen of Jhansi was a woman. It’s just the modern mentality (read Dark or Medieval Ages), which bound the women. They say that oppression and dictatorship originates from a fear. During those ages, modern men may be afraid of the power of women, so to contain it, they must have bound her. That doesn’t mean that woman is weak! A caged tiger is still a tiger!
Stupid, but probable!
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Wow! what a wonderful response to this outstanding poem! I am glad there are some such men too who can acknowledge the truth. Thank you Rakesh.
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Thanks a lot to both of you, Rakesh and Balroop. 🙂
We have attained ‘modernity’ in so many spheres of life, but still, the notion of infantilizing women is on the full spree. I wonder where the society is heading to…
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is it not the feeling of under dominance spoiling her own attitude..
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Women of this country, (and most of the other countries) are under dominance and subjugation. A harsh reality, Akhila… 😦
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women need to understand this hard reality and unfortunately many a times, she is not just aware that she deserves equality.
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True that!
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Powerful verses that drive home a strong message..
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Thanks, Sunita… 🙂
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cheers to freedom(to women)….
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🙂 Cheers…
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…and men
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(freedom to men too)
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Haha…sure…
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