Kagga 167
D. V. Gundappa · 1887–1975 · from the Kannada original
Transliteration
kSHitichakra ravichakra RutuchakranaLigihudumitavRutti; naraniganteye karmaniyatikSHitikampa rAhukEtubhrame narapragatiaticharite prakRutiyali – MANKUTIMMA
Interpretation
The Universe is a melange of continuum of contradictory processes…another such continuum is that of the predictable & unpredictable scenarios
Earth rotates on its axis & revolves around the Sun…this results in the cycle of seasons. This phenomenon is very regulated & governed
On the other hand, there are other phenomenon seen here that are unpredictable in nature…earthquakes, floods, volcanoes
Mankutimma, similar is the life of man in this Universe…while a significant extent of how his life unfolds is pre-ordained & is a function of his Karma; there are several other external influences on his life that results in unpredictable impact on him. Realise that while you can influence certain action & you should work on these; there are other influences that are outside your control. Learn to accept both of these equally…work on the ones that you can influence & understand how you can learn & evolve experiencing the other.
Did this poetry & its translation speak to you?