I wrote this poem in 1984, 16 years old. It describes the foolish games we often play in love, afraid to be vulnerable and authentic. Compare this poem to Verse to a God (1985) and To Ashish (1986) with their similar themes of love and pain.

He offered the verses

Of his youth

At my altar –

Offered his soul

Everlasting devotion.

 

And I was

A stone goddess

Who could not be satisfied

With these humble offerings.

 

Oh, then when my devotee

Turned his face away

Turned into a non-believer

I awoke

From my divine slumber

And became a woman.

 

So now I offer

The verses of my youth

At his altar

Ask for clemency and love

And think of the warmth of his shrine.

 

Oh, God –

What games we mortals play!

 

Vanita Shukla Hork, 1984

 

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4 thoughts on “The Goddess and the Devotee”

  • Brigitte Angela Theresia Gerlach
    December 11, 2024 at 3:43 am
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    A very good one. And such a pity about the relationship. But at some times in our own lives, we are not ready for it. Hugs

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    • Vanita HorkPost author
      December 12, 2024 at 12:39 am
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      Thank you so much, Brigitte 🙏🌷

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  • John kitchener
    December 12, 2024 at 11:46 pm
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    Beautiful portrayal of spurned love, the awakening and mature appreciation of its true value

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    • Vanita HorkPost author
      December 13, 2024 at 12:24 am
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      Thank you so much, John 🙏🌷

      Reply

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