Manasagni
A painter made a painting of the sun
And showing the same, yelled—
The picture is prettier than the sun.
Together with applause, he also received accolades and awards.
With the picture in one hand
And the trophies in the other
He reached home at dusk.
Lamps were lighted as soon as the sun was off the eyes.
[Trans: Mahesh Paudyal]
[Manasagni is a Nepali poet, essayist and researcher. An expert of naturopathy and yoga by training, he has published several books of eastern philosophy, yoga and alternative medicine. His published works also include literary creations including poems, haikus, essays and children’s literature.]