Hindu Goddess Lakshmi sculpted in brass
Master sculptor
brings forth your
shining spirit
through molding,
lost-wax method.
Your sublime image
illustrated with
finesse; patina adding
splendor over time.
O, enchanting goddess
smooth, golden glow
mirrors your aura.
Qualities shine forth
of beauty, charm, grace.
Kamala, your beloved
face exhibits calm
acceptance, a
countenance of
favor for one and all.
Wealth, fortune
prosperity are your
selfless offerings.
Without your blessing,
no kundalini rises,
no siddhis shall
be imparted.
O, gracious Mother,
thy presence alone
is a boon to my life.
dVerse Poetics–Sculpting a Poem: http://dversepoets.com/2012/02/25/dverse-poetics-sculpting-a-poem/
claudia
/ February 26, 2012smiles..sounds almost like one of the temple song and when i’m silent, i almost hear the melody..love that you wove some hindi words in as well..makes it all the more authentic
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012Thanks, Claudia…I’m very interested in Hindu deities…Lakshmi being one of my favorites…seemed perfect to bring her into the mix of sculpture.
brian miller
/ February 26, 2012nice…i hear the worship too in the description..and def some new words on me…reminds me of a psalm….
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012I think many times, my love of chanting comes through in my writing….thus the psalm feel to it.
Daydreamertoo
/ February 26, 2012Gosh, I could do with some wealth… LOL
Beautiful, the picture and the prose to both explain it, and hear the musical spirituality written in your words inside of it.
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012Oh, gosh…so could I! Thanks so much, Bren…I appreciate your compliment.
Heaven
/ February 26, 2012Very nice offering..I do like the Hindu Goddess take on this prompt ~
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012I usually go with the first thing that pops into my head…Lakshmi!
Victoria C. Slotto
/ February 26, 2012The mother, in all her forms, including this poem and image, conveys a sense of peace, serenity. Lovely.
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012These Mother forms are such a comfort to me…you’re so right, Victoria. Thank you.
ManicDdaily
/ February 26, 2012I need some of whatever she is offering! Lovely. K.
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012I do too! Thanks.
dragonkatet
/ February 26, 2012What a beautiful tribute, Gayle. You captured so many things about both the picture and the Goddess, Herself. :) Had you heard about the real life Lakshmi? Her story is one that is turning out to have a happy ending, but a reminder of how much we all have to be thankful for already (in case you’re interested in reading about her):
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1246431/Lakshmi-Tatma-The-little-girl-limbs-worshipped-deity-starts-school.html
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012Thank you, Corina. Yes, I’ve heard about that little girl born with an undeveloped conjoined twin…people thought she was Goddess Lakshmi incarnate. So glad to hear of the progress she has made and a chance for a normal life but apparently still has challenges ahead. I hope all will go well with her future healthcare. What a doll! Thanks for the link to her update. :)
Ravenblack
/ February 26, 2012A beautiful dedication. :)
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012Many thanks. :)
Blue Flute
/ February 26, 2012Very interesting statue and religious ritual you bring out in your poem.
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012Thanks so much.
Sharmishtha Basu
/ February 27, 2012amazing poem gayle. :) you were a hindu in your last birth, a devoted one too.
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012Thanks, Trisha. I think you’re right…I have more interest in Eastern spirituality than Western that’s for sure.
Sharmishtha Basu
/ March 2, 2012anyone who knows you well can vow on that i believe. :)
Bodhirose
/ March 2, 2012You may know it better than most, my friend. Perhaps we were sisters in a past life. ;)
Chazinator
/ February 27, 2012Poem and prayer, wonderfully rendered. The wonder of your worship shines thru every verse and word! I also learned something: my manager at work’s name is Kamala. Now I know what her name means. Thankyou for that, and thank you for your poem.
Bodhirose
/ February 27, 2012Thanks so much, Chazinator. Kamala is another name for Lakshmi and means “lotus dweller”…often Lakshmi is depicted on a lotus flower. I’m glad you enjoyed my poem.
Raven
/ February 29, 2012“Without your blessing,
no kundalini rises,”
I did not know this. This just emphasizes my belief that religions are simply languages given by God to a culture so that God and the culture can communicate … and there are those who are multi-lingual.
Bodhirose
/ March 2, 2012I’m very “multi-lingual” when it comes to spiritual (religious) language. I’m so eclectic in my beliefs, I can’t really put a label on what I am…and really don’t feel the need to anyway!
Jamie Dedes
/ March 1, 2012An homage within an homage. Beautifully done, Gale. I love the Lashmi you chose to illustrate. Well done.
Jamie Dedes
/ March 1, 2012… and that would be “Lakshmi” … !!!
Bodhirose
/ March 2, 2012Thanks, Jamie…I love what the different deities represent…it’s just another way to inspire me.
Inside the Mind of Isadora
/ March 1, 2012This is so very beautiful, Gayle. It is soft and gentle. It has a hug in every word.
A comfort in the fluidity. You have a gift for presenting the spiritual in meditative
ways. You are a master of poetry.
Namaste …
Bodhirose
/ March 2, 2012Thank you, Izzy…I love that…”a hug in every word”…how sweet. I’m often surprised when people comment on my gentle nature…I don’t always see that in myself. I have much to learn about poetry…but I sure appreciate your most generous compliment.
Namaste, friend… xoxo