Kagga 337
D. V. Gundappa · 1887–1975 · from the Kannada original
Transliteration
anilaguNa bhUguNagaLim sasyadhAnyaguNatanuguNagaLannadim; manada guNa tanuvimjanapadavidhangaLintAgihuvu sRuShTiyanemanuvobba, janate shata – MANKUTIMMA
Interpretation
The Universe at a macro level is in a state of constant entropy…diversity is the hallmark here
Not only is there diversity at a macro level in the Universe, even at a micro level within a species, there is immense diversity
Mankutimma, look around you…no two human beings are alike. Not just in their physical shape, size & color; more importantly in their thoughts, their ideologies & their philosophies. Ever wondered what caused this diversity? Air & earth, two of the most basic elements of this Universe influence the plant species that grow here…the diversity in soil & climate influences the types of plants that grow in various regions. These plants are then eaten by man thereby influencing his physical appearance…which in turn influences his mind thereby leading to the diversity in human population that we see. Accept this diversity; be yourself – don’t try to copy others & don’t try to mould others to become like you. Only then can you & this Universe evolve.
Did this poetry & its translation speak to you?