The Voice of the Rain

T his poem beautifully conveys the eternal cycle of rain and its selfless contribution to the earth. The poet draws a parallel between rain and poetry—both originate from a source, spread, fulfill their purpose, and return, continuing the cycle of nourishment and inspiration. Rain symbolizes renewal, purity, and the beauty of nature, just as poetry rejuvenates the human soul. Verse-by-Verse Bilingual Interpretation Verse 1: And who art thou? said I to the soft-falling shower, ➡️ मैले नरम वर्षालाई सोधेँ – "तिमी को हौ?" Interpretation: The poet is addressing the rain directly, as if it were a living being (personification). This creates a sense of conversation between nature and humanity. Verse 2: Which, strange to tell, gave me an answer, as here translated: ➡️ अचम्म मान्नुपर्छ, वर्षाले मलाई उत्तर दिइन्, जसलाई मैले यसरी अनुवाद गरेँ: Interpretation: The poet is surprised that the rain "responds," indicating a deep connection between nature and humans. Verse 3: I am the Poem o…